Compound Q&A
How is (4-Methoxyphenyl)(diphenyl)sulfonium trifluoromethanesulfonate (CAS: 116808-67-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
(4-Methoxyphenyl)(diphenyl)sulfonium trifluoromethanesulfonate can be synthesized by a multi-step process involving the reaction of 4-methoxyphenyl sulfonium trifluoromethanesulfonate with diphenyl sulfide. The reaction is typically carried out under anhydrous conditions, with a yield of about 70-80%, and requires careful control of temperature and stirring speed to maintain selectivity.
About
CAS No
116808-67-4
English Name
(4-Methoxyphenyl)(diphenyl)sulfonium trifluoromethanesulfonate
Molecular Formula
C20H17F3O4S2
Molecular Weight
442.5 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC=C(C=C1)[S+](C2=CC=CC=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3.C(F)(F)(F)S(=O)(=O)[O-]
InChIKey
WBUSZOLVSDXDOC-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2026-03-08 04:51
