Description

Vinyl Trifluoroacetate is a highly reactive and versatile fluorinated vinyl ester monomer. Its primary value lies in its ability to introduce both trifluoroacetate and polymerizable vinyl groups into target molecules, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where it is used to create novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring trifluoroacetyl or vinyl ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that benefit from fluorine's unique bioactivity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialty fluoropolymers with improved chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various reactions, including esterifications and acylations, to introduce the trifluoroacetate protecting group or as a vinylating agent.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated components for display technologies and electronic coatings.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and resins where its vinyl group enables polymerization and cross-linking networks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vinyl Trifluoroacetate
CAS No.	25748-85-0
Molecular Formula	C4H3F3O2
Molecular Weight	140.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Trifluoroacetic Acid Vinyl Ester; Ethenyl 2,2,2-Trifluoroacetate; Vinyl 2,2,2-Trifluoroacetate; VTA; Acetic Acid, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-, Vinyl Ester; 2,2,2-Trifluoroacetic Acid Vinyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Vinyl Trifluoroacetate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed and upright to prevent leakage and evaporation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.25 g/mL
Boiling Point	~40-42°C

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