Description

4,4'-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)-2,2'-Dinitrodiphenyl Disulfide is a specialized organic intermediate characterized by its unique combination of nitro, disulfide, and trifluoromethyl functional groups. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and high-performance chemicals, where its structural motifs impart valuable properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibition.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of its functional groups.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for advanced electronic materials due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the nitro and trifluoromethyl groups.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce disulfide linkages or fluorinated aromatic units into polymers to alter thermal stability, solubility, or mechanical properties.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in the preparation of specialty resins and elastomers where reversible or dynamic cross-links are desired.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new reactions involving nitroarenes, disulfides, or fluorinated aromatics.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)-2,2'-Dinitrodiphenyl Disulfide
CAS No.	860-39-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₆F₆N₂O₄S₂
Molecular Weight	468.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis[4-(trifluoromethyl)-2-nitrophenyl] Disulfide; 2,2'-Dinitro-4,4'-bis(trifluoromethyl)diphenyl Disulfide; 4,4'-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-2,2'-dinitrobiphenyl Disulfide; 1,1'-Disulfanediylbis[4-(trifluoromethyl)-2-nitrobenzene]; 2,2'-Dinitro-α,α,α,α',α',α'-hexafluoro-4,4'-ditolyl Disulfide; 860-39-9; DTXSID5065156
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)-2,2'-Dinitrodiphenyl Disulfide undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with stringent industry standards. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR for precise characterization and purity verification. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere if prolonged exposure is anticipated.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.