Description

2-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl]Oxirane is a high-value, multi-functional epoxide building block characterized by its trifluoromethoxy-substituted aromatic ring. This unique structure imparts enhanced lipophilicity and metabolic stability, making it a critical intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and bioactive molecules. It is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to incorporate fluorinated motifs for improved product performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in CNS and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a cross-linking agent or monomer for producing high-performance, chemically resistant epoxy resins and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: Versatile electrophile for ring-opening reactions and the introduction of the 4-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl group into complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl]Oxirane
CAS No.	111991-17-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O2
Molecular Weight	204.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trifluoromethoxy)styrene oxide; 1,2-Epoxy-3-[4-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]propane; (4-(Trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)oxirane; 2-(4-Trifluoromethoxyphenyl)oxirane; alpha,β-Epoxy-4-(trifluoromethoxy)ethylbenzene; p-(Trifluoromethoxy)phenyloxirane; Glycidyl 4-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl ether
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl]Oxirane is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the precise requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying purity, identity, and impurity profiles by GC/HPLC is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.