Description

4'-Fluoro-4-Trifluoromethylthiobenzophenone is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a benzophenone core substituted with fluorine and a trifluoromethylthio group. This compound is valued for its unique electronic properties and reactivity, making it a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the fluorine and sulfur motifs for enhanced bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a building block for charge-transport materials or emissive layers in OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodology development, such as cross-coupling reactions and fluorination studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Fluoro-4-Trifluoromethylthiobenzophenone
CAS No.	87996-58-5
Molecular Formula	C14H8F4OS
Molecular Weight	284.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethylthio)benzophenone; (4-Fluorophenyl)[4-(trifluoromethylthio)phenyl]methanone; 4-Fluoro-4'-(trifluoromethylthio)benzophenone; Benzophenone, 4'-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethylthio)-; 87996-58-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4'-Fluoro-4-Trifluoromethylthiobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%

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