Description

Bis(Trifluoroacetic Acid)Ethylene Ester is a specialized fluorinated organic compound, also known as ethylene bis(trifluoroacetate). This high-purity reagent is valued for its role as a versatile trifluoroacetylating agent and a key building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries who require precise and reactive intermediates for complex molecular synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing trifluoromethyl groups to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the introduction of fluorine atoms improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty fluoropolymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, and low surface energy.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a potent trifluoroacetylating agent for protecting groups or introducing the trifluoroacetate moiety into complex organic molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials for display and semiconductor applications.
• Laboratory Research: A high-purity standard and reagent for method development and exploratory chemistry in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Trifluoroacetic Acid)Ethylene Ester
CAS No.	2613-44-7
Molecular Formula	C6H4F6O4
Molecular Weight	254.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Bis(trifluoroacetate); 1,2-Ethanediyl Bis(trifluoroacetate); Trifluoroacetic Acid Ethylene Ester; Ethylene Glycol Bis(trifluoroacetate); Bis(trifluoroacetyl) Ethylene; TFAA Ethylene Ester; 2,2'-(Ethane-1,2-diyl) bis(2,2,2-trifluoroacetate)
EINECS	220-045-9

Quality Control

Our Bis(Trifluoroacetic Acid)Ethylene Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent and highly volatile compound, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and evaporation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	1.48 - 1.52 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.335 - 1.345

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