Description

2-(2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-2-Phenylethylsulfonylchloride is a specialized organosulfur reagent featuring a sulfonyl chloride functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical molecules. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries for constructing complex sulfonamide and sulfonate ester derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl and sulfonamide groups enhance biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific surface properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the creation of activity-based probes and affinity labels for studying enzyme function and protein interactions in biochemical research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and transition metal catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-2-Phenylethylsulfonylchloride
CAS No.	885950-97-0
Molecular Formula	C15H12ClF3O2S
Molecular Weight	348.77 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-2-phenylethanesulfonyl chloride; 1-Phenyl-2-[2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]ethanesulfonyl chloride; α-Phenyl-2'-(trifluoromethyl)benzenesulfonyl chloride; 2-Phenethyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzenesulfonyl chloride; (2-Phenyl-2-(2-trifluoromethylphenyl)ethyl)sulfonyl chloride; 2-(2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-2-phenylethyl sulfonyl chloride; 885950-97-0; 2-(2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-2-phenylethanesulfonylchloride
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-2-Phenylethylsulfonylchloride adheres to stringent quality protocols 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 to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.