Description

1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-[(2-Methoxyethoxy)Methoxy]-Ethane is a specialized fluorinated ether compound valued for its unique combination of solvent properties and chemical stability. It serves as a critical intermediate and high-performance solvent in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a reaction medium for sensitive organometallic and fluorination chemistry where traditional solvents are unsuitable.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor or additive in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for electronics.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce trifluoromethyl and alkoxy functionalities into polymer backbones, altering physical properties like solubility and thermal stability.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on exploring new fluorochemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-[(2-Methoxyethoxy)Methoxy]-Ethane
CAS No.	130156-55-7
Molecular Formula	C7H13F3O3
Molecular Weight	202.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-[(2-methoxyethoxy)methoxy]ethane; 2-[(2-Methoxyethoxy)methoxy]-1,1,1-trifluoroethane; 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-(2-methoxyethoxymethoxy)ethane; Ethane, 1,1,1-trifluoro-2-[(2-methoxyethoxy)methoxy]-; Trifluoroethyl (2-methoxyethoxy)methyl ether; TFEME; Glyme-derived fluorinated ether
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-[(2-Methoxyethoxy)Methoxy]-Ethane is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.360 - 1.380
Density (20°C)	1.15 - 1.25 g/mL

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