Description

Methanesulfonic Acid, Trifluoro-, 1-Ethylpropyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated sulfonate ester, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity profile, offering a versatile trifluoromethanesulfonate (triflate) leaving group that facilitates challenging bond-forming reactions. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of complex, high-value molecules.

Application

• As a versatile alkylating agent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Key intermediate for constructing complex molecules via nucleophilic substitution reactions in medicinal chemistry.
• Use as a precursor or catalyst component in polymerization processes for specialty materials.
• Employed in agrochemical research for the development of novel herbicides and pesticides.
• Facilitates cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi) in fine chemical synthesis.
• Used in ligand synthesis for organometallic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methanesulfonic Acid, Trifluoro-, 1-Ethylpentyl Ester
CAS No.	191211-62-8
Molecular Formula	C7H13F3O3S
Molecular Weight	234.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethylpropyl Trifluoromethanesulfonate; 3-Pentyl Triflate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid 1-Ethylpropyl Ester; 1-Ethylpropyl Triflate; 3-Pentyl Trifluoromethanesulfonate; Triflic Acid 1-Ethylpropyl Ester; 191211-62-8; 3-Pentanol, 1,1,1-trifluoromethanesulfonate
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Methanesulfonic Acid, Trifluoro-, 1-Ethylpropyl Ester is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and process chemistry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. Containers should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

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.