Description

Butanoic Acid, 4-Chloro-4,4-Difluoro-3-Oxo, -Ethyl Ester is a high-purity fluorinated organic ester building block, identified by CAS 2063-17-4. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which incorporates chlorine and fluorine atoms, making it a versatile intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the difluoro and chloro substituents can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing the -CClF2COOEt moiety into larger molecules via reactions like nucleophilic substitution or condensation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials that require fluorinated components for specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable compound for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid, 4-Chloro-4,4-Difluoro-3-Oxo, -Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	2063-17-4
Molecular Formula	C6H7ClF2O3
Molecular Weight	200.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Chloro-4,4-difluoro-3-oxobutanoate; 4-Chloro-4,4-difluoro-3-oxobutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-Chloro-4,4-difluoroacetoacetate; 3-Oxobutanoic Acid, 4-Chloro-4,4-difluoro-, Ethyl Ester; Butanoic Acid, 4-Chloro-4,4-difluoro-3-oxo-, Ethyl Ester; 2063-17-4; Ethyl 2-(Chlorodifluoromethyl)-3-oxopropanoate
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Quality Control

Our Butanoic Acid, 4-Chloro-4,4-Difluoro-3-Oxo, -Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from GC, HPLC, and NMR analyses. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and fine chemical synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is sensitive to strong alkalis and fluorides; store separately from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.