Description

2-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethylthio)Aniline is a specialized aromatic amine derivative distinguished by its nitro and trifluoromethylthio substituents. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate for synthesizing high-value agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, where its unique structure imparts desirable biological activity and chemical stability. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the crop protection and fine chemical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the trifluoromethylthio group.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in medicinal chemistry as a precursor for developing potential drug candidates with modified pharmacokinetic properties.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate for creating specialized azo dyes and pigments, where the nitro group is essential for color development.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals that require specific aromatic amines.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for introducing the -SCF3 moiety into more complex molecular architectures in organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethylthio)Aniline
CAS No.	404-74-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5F3N2O2S
Molecular Weight	238.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-3-nitrobenzotrifluoride sulfide; 2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethylthio)benzenamine; 4-(Trifluoromethylthio)-2-nitroaniline; Benzenamine, 2-nitro-4-[(trifluoromethyl)thio]-; 3-Nitro-4-aminophenyl trifluoromethyl sulfide; 2-Nitro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-thioanisidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethylthio)Aniline adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes for your regulatory and R&D needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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