Description

3-[(4-Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]-1-Propene is a versatile fluorinated organic building block characterized by a phenyl ring substituted with a trifluoromethyl group and a terminal alkene chain. This compound is valued for its unique combination of aromaticity, fluorine-induced electronic effects, and a reactive double bond, making it a critical intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for constructing complex molecules with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring the lipophilic and electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine moiety enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic components for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed as a co-monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers, improving chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A valuable substrate in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Suzuki) and other catalytic transformations for creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial research.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Coating Precursor: Used to synthesize specialty surfactants and surface treatment agents that offer low surface tension and high stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(4-Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]-1-Propene
CAS No.	1813-97-4
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3
Molecular Weight	186.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3-Butenyl)benzotrifluoride; 1-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-(3-butenyl)benzene; 4-(3-Buten-1-yl)alpha,alpha,α-trifluorotoluene; 3-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-1-propene; 4-Vinylbenzyl Trifluoromethyl Ether (incorrect but common search); p-Trifluoromethylphenethyl ethylene; (4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)propene
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-[(4-Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]-1-Propene adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to minimize potential oxidation of the alkene moiety.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index	1.470 - 1.480
Density	1.15 - 1.25 g/cm³

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