Description

Ethyl 3,3,3-Trifluoro-2,2-Dimethylpropanoate is a high-value fluorinated ester building block, recognized for its unique trifluoromethyl and gem-dimethyl substitution pattern. This structure is critical for introducing lipophilicity and metabolic stability into target molecules, making it a sought-after intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by R&D and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for constructing trifluoromethylated bioactive molecules, including potential protease inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides and pesticides with enhanced environmental stability and efficacy.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated monomers for specialty polymers with unique surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for fluorinated components in electronic display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Valuable reagent in cross-coupling reactions and as a precursor for other complex fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3,3,3-Trifluoro-2,2-Dimethylpropanoate
CAS No.	1802338-28-8
Molecular Formula	C7H11F3O2
Molecular Weight	184.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3,3,3-Trifluoro-2,2-Dimethylpropionate; 3,3,3-Trifluoro-2,2-Dimethylpropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2,2-Dimethyl-3,3,3-trifluoropropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3,3,3-Trifluoro-2,2-Dimethylpropanoate; Ethyl α,α-Dimethyl-β,β,β-trifluoropropionate; TFDPA-Et; Ester of 3,3,3-Trifluoro-2,2-Dimethylpropionic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3,3,3-Trifluoro-2,2-Dimethylpropanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.