Description

Methyl 2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Pent-4-Enoate 98% is a high-purity fluorinated ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of a reactive α-hydroxy ester moiety and a stable trifluoromethyl group, enabling the introduction of fluorine atoms to modulate the properties of target molecules. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients with enhanced metabolic stability, bioavailability, and lipophilicity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the construction of fluorinated analogs of bioactive molecules, potentially improving drug potency and pharmacokinetic profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or building block for specialty polymers and coatings, where fluorine incorporation can impart valuable properties like chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in methodologies for C-C bond formation and fluorination chemistry, useful for creating complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemical Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of fluorinated components for display materials and electronic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Pent-4-Enoate 98%
CAS No.	117015-42-6
Molecular Formula	C9H11F3O3
Molecular Weight	224.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)pent-4-enoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)-4-pentenoate; 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)pent-4-enoate; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-hydroxy-4-methyl-4-pentenoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Pent-4-Enoate 98% is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the specified 98% minimum assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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