Description

3-Trifluoromethylbenzylsulfonamide is a high-value, specialized organic intermediate featuring a sulfonamide group and a trifluoromethyl-substituted aromatic ring. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical agents and agrochemicals, where the trifluoromethyl group is prized for enhancing metabolic stability and lipophilicity. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, particularly enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy.
• Material Science: Used in the research and development of specialty polymers and advanced organic frameworks.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile reagent for introducing the sulfonamide and trifluoromethylbenzyl motifs into more complex molecular architectures.
• Life Science Research: Employed in biochemical tool and probe development for studying biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Trifluoromethylbenzylsulfonamide
CAS No.	919353-96-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8F3NO2S
Molecular Weight	239.21 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α,α-Trifluoro-m-toluenesulfonamide; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzenemethanesulfonamide; m-(Trifluoromethyl)benzylsulfonamide; Benzenemethanesulfonamide, 3-(trifluoromethyl)-; (3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)methanesulfonamide; 3-Trifluoromethylphenylmethanesulfonamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Trifluoromethylbenzylsulfonamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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