Description

(Trifluoromethanesulfonyl)Methane is a versatile organofluorine building block and a key precursor in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity of the trifluoromethanesulfonyl (triflyl) group, which enables the introduction of fluorinated moieties and acts as a powerful activating group. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors who require high-purity intermediates for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those incorporating fluorine for improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethanesulfonyl group contributes to efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Fluorinated Material Production: Employed in the development of fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials that require specific dielectric and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a triflyl anion equivalent or a methylene synthon in complex carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Trifluoromethanesulfonyl)Methane
CAS No.	421-82-9
Molecular Formula	C2H3F3O2S
Molecular Weight	148.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Trifluoromethanesulfonate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Triflate; Trifluoromethylsulfonyl Methane; Methyl Trifluoromethylsulfonate; CF3SO2CH3; Methyl Ester of Triflic Acid; Trifluoromethanesulfonylmethane
EINECS	207-018-6

Quality Control

Our (Trifluoromethanesulfonyl)Methane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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