Trifluoromethanesulfinyl Chloride
- CAS No.20621-29-8
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity trifluoromethanesulfinyl chloride (≥98.0%) is a key agrochemical intermediate used in the synthesis of advanced crop protection agents.
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Product Overview
Trifluoromethanesulfinyl chloride is a highly reactive organosulfur compound widely employed as a critical building block in the synthesis of modern agrochemicals. With a molecular formula of CClF₃OS and a molecular weight of 152.52 g/mol, this colorless liquid exhibits excellent reactivity in electrophilic trifluoromethylthiolation reactions, making it indispensable in the development of next-generation pesticides.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | CClF₃OS |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 152.52 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Packaging | 200 kg/drum; custom packaging available upon request |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from moisture and incompatible materials |
Industrial Applications
This compound serves primarily as a specialized intermediate in the production of fipronil and related phenylpyrazole insecticides. Its unique trifluoromethylsulfinyl functionality enables precise structural modifications that enhance bioactivity, environmental stability, and target specificity in crop protection formulations. Due to its role in complex synthetic pathways rather than direct end-use, it is classified as a non-application-oriented intermediate.
- Essential precursor for high-value agrochemical APIs
- Enables efficient introduction of the SCF₃ group into aromatic systems
- Produced under stringent quality control for consistent batch-to-batch performance
- Supplied with full documentation including Certificate of Analysis (COA)
