Description

1,1,1-Trifluoro-7-Methyl-2,4-Octanedione is a specialized fluorinated β-diketone compound, valued for its unique chemical reactivity and fluorine atom integration. This compound serves as a versatile building block and ligand precursor in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the development of novel materials and active ingredients. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise fluorination and complex molecule synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel fluorinated pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced properties.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a chelating ligand for metals, forming catalysts used in organic synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of fluorinated polymers, coatings, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile reagent for introducing the trifluoromethyl group and constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1-Trifluoro-7-Methyl-2,4-Octanedione
CAS No.	14189-31-2
Molecular Formula	C9H13F3O2
Molecular Weight	210.19 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methyl-1,1,1-trifluoro-2,4-octanedione; 1,1,1-Trifluoro-7-methyloctane-2,4-dione; TFMOD; Fluorinated β-diketone; 2,4-Octanedione, 1,1,1-trifluoro-7-methyl-; Hexafluoroacetylacetone derivative
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for our fluorinated chemical products. Each batch of 1,1,1-Trifluoro-7-Methyl-2,4-Octanedione is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.