Description

2-Trifluoromethylbenzylmethylsulfone is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a benzyl group substituted with a trifluoromethyl moiety. This chemical serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry, prized for its ability to introduce both sulfone and fluorinated aromatic groups into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for monomers or additives in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a scaffold for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for labeling and modifying biomolecules to study protein-ligand interactions or metabolic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Trifluoromethylbenzylmethylsulfone
CAS No.	886497-88-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9F3O2S
Molecular Weight	238.23 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α,α-Trifluoro-o-tolyl Methyl Sulfone; 1-Methylsulfonyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; (2-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methyl Methyl Sulfone; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl Methyl Sulfone; Methyl (2-Trifluoromethylbenzyl) Sulfone; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylmethanesulfonyl Methane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Trifluoromethylbenzylmethylsulfone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent identity. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, supporting your regulatory compliance and research integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

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.