Description

2,6-Bis-(Trifluoromethyl)Naphthalene is a specialized fluorinated aromatic compound of significant interest in advanced material science and pharmaceutical chemistry. Its value lies in the unique electronic and steric properties imparted by the trifluoromethyl groups, which are critical for tuning reactivity and stability in complex syntheses. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and organic electronics sectors, where precise molecular architecture is paramount.

Application

• As a key building block in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical intermediates and active ingredients.
• Utilized in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials due to its electron-withdrawing characteristics.
• Serves as a precursor for ligands and catalysts used in cross-coupling and other transition metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Employed in agrochemical research for creating novel compounds with enhanced biological activity and environmental stability.
• Acts as a fluorine source or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and high-performance materials.
• Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and properties of fluorinated aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Bis-(Trifluoromethyl)Naphthalene
CAS No.	50318-10-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₆F₆
Molecular Weight	264.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Bis(trifluoromethyl)naphthalene; 2,6-Di(trifluoromethyl)naphthalene; Naphthalene, 2,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; 1,5-Bis(trifluoromethyl)naphthalene (alternate numbering); 2,6-BTFMN; 2,6-BTFM-Naphthalene; 2,6-Naphthalenediylbis(trifluoromethane)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Bis-(Trifluoromethyl)Naphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for research and commercial use.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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