Description

5-Nitro-2-([3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Sulfanyl)Benzenecarbonitrile is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic intermediate characterized by its nitro, cyano, and trifluoromethylphenylsulfanyl substituents. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the development of complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients, as well as by material scientists exploring functional dyes and advanced polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a core structure for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the nitro and trifluoromethyl groups.
• Material Science: Used in the research of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its electron-withdrawing and donating capabilities.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile scaffold for further functionalization via reactions at the nitro, cyano, or sulfide groups, enabling library synthesis for high-throughput screening.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the development of specialized dyes and pigments where the nitro and cyano groups contribute to color fastness and specific light-absorption properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Nitro-2-([3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Sulfanyl)Benzenecarbonitrile
CAS No.	320421-45-2
Molecular Formula	C14H7F3N2O2S
Molecular Weight	324.28 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-[(3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)thio]benzonitrile; 2-[(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)thio]-5-nitrobenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 5-nitro-2-[[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]thio]-; 320421-45-2; 5-Nitro-2-(3-trifluoromethylphenylsulfanyl)benzonitrile; 2-((3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)thio)-5-nitrobenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Nitro-2-([3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Sulfanyl)Benzenecarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure compliance with precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should be conducted under subdued light or amber containers to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.