Description

3,3,3-Tris(trifluoromethyl)-1-propyne is a highly fluorinated alkyne building block characterized by its unique trifluoromethyl groups. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research, enabling the introduction of fluorine atoms to enhance properties like chemical stability and lipophilicity. It is needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to improve metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for novel herbicides and pesticides where fluorine substitution is critical for bioactivity.
• Advanced Material Precursor: A key monomer for creating fluorinated polymers and coatings with exceptional chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Research: Employed in the development of fluorinated organic electronic materials for displays and lighting.
• Catalyst Ligand Modification: Used to synthesize novel fluorinated ligands for catalysis, potentially enhancing reaction selectivity and efficiency.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Lubricant Development: Acts as a building block for specialty chemicals requiring oil and water repellency.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3,3-Tris(trifluoromethyl)-1-propyne
CAS No.	14115-48-1
Molecular Formula	C7H3F9
Molecular Weight	258.08 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Propyne, 3,3,3-tris(trifluoromethyl)-; Tris(trifluoromethyl)propyne; Perfluoro-tert-butylacetylene; (Trifluoromethyl)ethynyltrimethylsilane derivative; Heptafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-3-butyne; 3,3,3-Tris(trifluoromethyl)prop-1-yne; TFMP; TTFMP
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Quality Control

Our 3,3,3-Tris(trifluoromethyl)-1-propyne undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to verify identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when not in use. Store separately from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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