4-(Bromomethyl)-1-cyclohexyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene

It acts as a key building block that provides the 4-cyclohexyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl moiety, which is linked to an oxime fragment in the final steps of the synthesis. 4-(Bromomethyl)-1-cyclohexyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene is a critical intermediate in the synthesis of Siponimod, a drug used for multiple sclerosis.

API Name Siponimod
CAS No 800381-60-6
Molecular Formula C14H16BrF3
Molecular Weight 321.18 g/mol
Synonyms 4-(bromomethyl)-1-cyclohexyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene