Description

1-Bromo-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Ethane is a versatile organofluorine and organobromine building block characterized by its unique trifluoromethoxy and bromoethyl functional groups. This compound is highly valued for its role in introducing fluorine-containing motifs into target molecules, which is critical for modifying physical, chemical, and biological properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for synthesizing novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in CNS and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorine-containing compounds used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated side chains into polymers to alter surface energy, stability, and solvent resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or a source of the -CH2CH2OCF3 moiety in complex molecule construction.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Lubricant Precursor: Used in the development of high-performance, thermally stable specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Bromo-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Ethane
CAS No.	1645-93-8
Molecular Formula	C3H4BrF3O
Molecular Weight	193.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoethyl trifluoromethyl ether; 1-Bromo-2-(trifluoromethoxy)ethane; 2-Bromoethyl trifluoromethyl ether; Ethane, 1-bromo-2-(trifluoromethoxy)-; Trifluoromethoxyethyl bromide; (2-Bromoethoxy)(trifluoro)methane; Bromo(trifluoromethoxy)ethane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Ethane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.6 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	~1.38

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.