Description

4-Trifluoromethyl Diphenyl Sulfide is a high-value organosulfur compound featuring a trifluoromethyl group, which imparts unique electronic and steric properties. This compound serves as a versatile advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a critical building block in the synthesis of complex molecules. It is essential for R&D and production in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the trifluoromethylthioether moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials due to its specific electronic characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a fluorinated synthon in cross-coupling reactions and other transformations to introduce sulfur and fluorine-containing groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Trifluoromethyl Diphenyl Sulfide
CAS No.	53451-90-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉F₃S
Molecular Weight	254.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-(phenylthio)benzene; 4-(Phenylthio)benzotrifluoride; p-(Phenylthio)benzotrifluoride; [4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl](phenyl)sulfane; (4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)(phenyl)sulfide; 4-Trifluoromethyl phenyl sulfide; 4-Trifluoromethylthiodiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Trifluoromethyl Diphenyl Sulfide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.