Description

Ethanone, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-[4-(Methoxymethyl)Phenyl]- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated aromatic ketone building block, identified by CAS NO 107745-32-4. This compound is valued for its unique trifluoroacetyl group attached to a methoxymethyl-substituted benzene ring, making it a versatile intermediate for introducing fluorine atoms and specific aromatic motifs into target molecules. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors. Its structure is particularly useful for synthesizing compounds where enhanced metabolic stability, lipophilicity, or specific electronic properties are desired.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring trifluoroacetyl or fluorinated aromatic components for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atoms can improve compound efficacy and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the creation of fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal molecules for electronic displays.
• Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with specific thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis for Friedel-Crafts acylation reactions and as a precursor to more complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for method development and exploring new chemical entities in medicinal and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanone, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-[4-(Methoxymethyl)Phenyl]- (9Ci)
CAS No.	107745-32-4
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	218.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[4-(Methoxymethyl)phenyl]-2,2,2-trifluoroethanone; 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-[4-(methoxymethyl)phenyl]ethanone; 4-(Methoxymethyl)phenyl trifluoromethyl ketone; α,α,α-Trifluoro-4'-(methoxymethyl)acetophenone; Trifluoro(4-methoxymethylphenyl)methanone; p-Methoxymethylphenyl trifluoromethyl ketone; TFMP-MMP Ketone
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Quality Control

Our Ethanone, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-[4-(Methoxymethyl)Phenyl]- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical data. Our quality commitment ensures reliable consistency for your critical research and development processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be sensitive to moisture and strong bases. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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