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1,3,5-Trifluorobenzene

  • CAS No.372-38-3
  • GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
  • Availability● In Stock

High-purity 1,3,5-Trifluorobenzene (CAS 372-38-3) is a key fluorinated aromatic intermediate widely used in pharmaceutical and liquid crystal material synthesis.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

1,3,5-Trifluorobenzene is a symmetrical trifluorinated aromatic compound with the molecular formula C6H3F3 and a molecular weight of 132.08 g/mol. As a high-value fluorochemical building block, it serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystal materials due to its unique electronic properties and metabolic stability imparted by the three equivalent fluorine atoms.

Specifications

Molecular FormulaC6H3F3
Molecular Weight132.08 g/mol
Density1.277 g/cm³
Melting Point−5.5°C
Boiling Point75–76°C
Flash Point19°F (−7°C)
Refractive Index1.414
AppearanceColorless transparent liquid
Assay≥99.0%
Moisture≤0.2%

Industrial Applications

This fluorinated benzene derivative is primarily employed as a specialty intermediate in multi-step organic syntheses. Its symmetric structure and strong electron-withdrawing character make it ideal for constructing complex molecules requiring enhanced lipophilicity, thermal stability, or resistance to oxidative metabolism. Key application areas include:

  • Pharmaceutical R&D: Building block for CNS agents, kinase inhibitors, and other bioactive scaffolds.
  • Liquid Crystal Synthesis: Core component in the production of fluorinated mesogens for high-performance displays.
  • Agrochemical Innovation: Intermediate for next-generation herbicides and fungicides.
  • Advanced Materials: Precursor for fluorinated polymers and electronic chemicals.

Stored in a cool, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources, 1,3,5-trifluorobenzene is typically supplied in 200 kg drums or customized packaging to meet global regulatory and logistical requirements.