Description

Trifluoromethyl Hypochlorite is a specialized gaseous reagent known for its potent oxidizing and fluorinating capabilities. This compound is critical for introducing the trifluoromethoxy group into organic molecules, a key step in the synthesis of advanced materials and pharmaceuticals. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent for the selective introduction of the trifluoromethoxy (OCF3) group into drug candidates to modulate their metabolic stability, lipophilicity, and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the trifluoromethoxy moiety imparts improved activity and environmental profile.
• Fluorinated Material Production: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, and other specialty materials requiring specific surface and electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed as a versatile electrophilic fluorinating and oxidizing agent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for novel reaction pathway exploration.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Facilitates the production of complex, high-value fluorinated intermediates for various niche chemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trifluoromethyl Hypochlorite
CAS No.	22082-78-6
Molecular Formula	CF3OCl
Molecular Weight	120.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Hypochlorous Acid Trifluoromethyl Ester; Trifluoromethoxy Chloride; Chloro Trifluoromethoxy; O-Chlorooxytrifluoromethane; Trifluoromethyl Chlorate(I); CF3OCl; Trifluoromethoxyl Chloride
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Quality Control

Our Trifluoromethyl Hypochlorite is produced and handled under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including gas chromatography (GC) and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed, appropriately rated cylinder or container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat, ignition sources, and incompatible materials such as reducing agents and organic compounds. Due to its highly volatile and gaseous nature, ensure containers are securely sealed and systems are checked for leaks. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to enhance stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Gas
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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