Description

(E)-1,2-Bis[4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Ethene is a high-value organic intermediate characterized by its rigid, conjugated structure and electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl groups. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced materials, particularly in the development of organic semiconductors and liquid crystals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a core component or intermediate in the synthesis of electron-transport materials and emitters.
• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Used as a precursor for mesogenic compounds in high-performance display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a critical synthon for introducing the trifluoromethylphenyl moiety into bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the creation of novel pesticides and herbicides leveraging its unique steric and electronic properties.
• Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs): Functions as a building block for donor or acceptor materials in solar cell applications.
• Fluorescent Dyes and Sensors: Utilized in the development of fluorophores due to its extended pi-conjugation system.
• Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for high-performance polymers.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploring structure-property relationships in material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-1,2-Bis[4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Ethene
CAS No.	42134-74-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₀F₆
Molecular Weight	316.25 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-1,2-Bis[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]ethene; 1,1'-(1E)-1,2-Ethenediylbis[4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene]; 4,4'-(E)-Ethene-1,2-diylbis(trifluoromethylbenzene); (E)-4,4'-(Ethene-1,2-diyl)bis(trifluoromethylbenzene); (E)-1,2-Di-p-(trifluoromethyl)phenylethene; p,p'-(E)-Stilbene bis(trifluoromethyl) derivative; TFMPE; E-1,2-Bis(4-trifluoromethylphenyl)ethylene
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Quality Control

Our (E)-1,2-Bis[4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Ethene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and melting point determination, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request.

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). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C
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.