Description

2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentamethylbenzenesulfonate is a high-purity, specialty sulfonate ester building block designed for advanced synthetic chemistry. This compound is valued for its unique steric and electronic properties, derived from its perfluorinated and per-methylated aromatic systems, which make it an excellent reagent for introducing the pentafluorophenylsulfonyl (Pfp) group. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for constructing complex molecules, developing novel catalysts, and creating functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing sulfonate ester groups in complex molecular architectures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require fluorinated aromatic components.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer and Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of monomers and functionalized polymers, including specialty polyarylates and high-performance resins.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and enzyme mechanisms.
• Organic Electronics: A potential intermediate in the development of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials due to its fluorinated aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentamethylbenzenesulfonate
CAS No.	886361-16-6
Molecular Formula	C17H13F5O3S
Molecular Weight	392.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentafluorophenyl pentamethylbenzenesulfonate; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentamethylbenzene-1-sulfonate; Pentamethylbenzenesulfonic acid pentafluorophenyl ester; Pfp pentamethylbenzenesulfonate; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentamethylbenzenesulfonyl pentafluorobenzene; 1,2,3,4,5-Pentamethyl-6-((2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorophenyl)sulfonyl)benzene; Pentafluorophenyl mesitylenesulfonate derivative; SC-886361-16-6
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentamethylbenzenesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 the container sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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