Description

3-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzenesulphonyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive sulfonyl chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of a reactive sulfonyl chloride group with chloro and trifluoromethyl substituents, enabling the precise introduction of functionalized benzenesulfonyl moieties. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of sulfonamide-based drug candidates, including enzyme inhibitors and receptor antagonists.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced activity and selectivity.
• Material Science: Used in the production of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: Versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing specialized sulfonated colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzenesulphonyl Chloride
CAS No.	875167-01-4
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2F3O2S
Molecular Weight	278.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzenesulfonyl chloride; 3-Chloro-alpha,alpha,α-trifluoro-m-toluenesulfonyl chloride; 1-Chloro-3-(chlorosulfonyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 3-Chloro-5-trifluoromethylbenzenesulfonyl chloride; m-Chloro-alpha,alpha,α-trifluorotoluenesulfonyl chloride; 3-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenylsulfonyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzenesulphonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts with strong acids/organic solvents; keep the container tightly sealed and handle under dry conditions to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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