Description

2-Methyl-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzoic Acid is a high-value, specialty fluorinated aromatic building block, distinguished by the unique pentafluorosulfur (SF5) functional group. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers seeking to incorporate the highly electronegative and lipophilic SF5 moiety into advanced molecular architectures. It serves as a key intermediate in the development of novel agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials, where its properties can significantly influence bioactivity, stability, and performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of new drug candidates, particularly where the metabolically stable and strongly electron-withdrawing SF5 group is desired to modulate pharmacokinetics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the SF5 group to enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Advanced Material Development: Incorporated into liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and polymers to fine-tune electronic properties, thermal stability, and solubility.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A versatile reagent for constructing complex fluorinated molecules in medicinal and materials chemistry research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Design: Used to create novel ligands for catalysis, where the SF5 group can influence metal coordination and catalytic activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	623943-54-4
Molecular Formula	C8H5F5O2S
Molecular Weight	260.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Pentafluoro-λ6-sulfanyl)-2-methylbenzoic acid; 2-Methyl-5-(pentafluorosulfanyl)benzoic acid; 2-Methyl-5-SF5-Benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-5-(pentafluorosulfanyl)-; 5-(SF5)-2-Methylbenzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Methyl-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	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.