Description

2,2,2-Trichloroethyl 2,2,2-Trichloroacetate is a specialized organic ester compound with a unique halogenated structure, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a protective group reagent and a building block for complex molecules, offering chemists a tool for selective transformations. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical synthesis, and agrochemical manufacturing where precise molecular construction is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where trichloroethyl (TCE) protecting groups are required for sensitive functional groups like carboxylic acids or alcohols.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated backbone.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic frameworks, including natural products and specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in methodological development and catalysis studies as a model substrate due to its distinct reactivity profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,2-Trichloroethyl 2,2,2-Trichloroacetate
CAS No.	13686-37-8
Molecular Formula	C4H2Cl6O2
Molecular Weight	290.78 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,2-Trichloroethyl Trichloroacetate; Trichloroacetic Acid 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl Ester; 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol Trichloroacetate; TCE-Trichloroacetate; Bis(trichloroethyl) Carbonate Derivative; Ethyl Trichloroacetate, 2,2,2-Trichloro-; Acetic Acid, Trichloro-, 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl 2,2,2-Trichloroacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its organic solvent nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and minimize evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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