Description

4-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)Benzaldehyde is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block characterized by the unique pentafluorosulfanyl (SF5) functional group. This compound is prized for its exceptional chemical stability, high lipophilicity, and strong electron-withdrawing properties, making it a critical intermediate for advanced material and pharmaceutical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty materials industries for creating novel compounds with enhanced performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of drugs targeting the central nervous system and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the SF5 group improves metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, enhancing thermal stability and optical properties.
• Polymer & Specialty Chemicals: Incorporated into high-performance polymers and coatings to impart chemical resistance, low surface energy, and durability.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions and as a precursor for ligands in catalysis due to its strong electron-withdrawing nature.
• Material Science Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for developing new fluorinated aromatic systems with tailored electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	401892-84-0
Molecular Formula	C7H3F5OS
Molecular Weight	230.16 g/mol
Synonyms	p-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)benzaldehyde; 4-SF5-Benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-(pentafluoro-λ6-sulfanyl)-; 4-Formylphenylsulfur pentafluoride; (4-Formylphenyl)sulfur pentafluoride; α-Oxo-4-(pentafluorosulfanyl)toluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and scale-up applications in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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