Compound Q&A
How is phenyl trifluoromethyl sulfone (CAS: 426-58-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
Phenyl trifluoromethyl sulfone (CAS: 426-58-4) is typically synthesized via a substitution reaction where trifluoromethyl sulfone (CF3SO2O) reacts with phenol (C6H5OH) in the presence of a base catalyst such as potassium carbonate (K2CO3) or sodium hydride (NaH). The yield and selectivity of the reaction can be improved by optimizing reaction conditions, including temperature and solvent choice.
About
CAS No
426-58-4
English Name
Phenyl trifluoromethyl sulfone
Molecular Formula
C7H5F3O2S
Molecular Weight
210.18 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)S(=O)(=O)C(F)(F)F
InChIKey
UPGBQYFXKAKWQC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-07 19:01
