Description

Tris(Trifluoroacetic Acid)1,2,3-Propanetriyl Ester is a specialized trifluoroacetylating reagent and a high-purity synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce the highly electron-withdrawing trifluoroacetyl group, significantly altering the physical and chemical properties of target molecules. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the synthesis of novel compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing lipophilic and metabolically stable trifluoroacetyl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating fluorinated polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, low surface energy, and unique optical properties.
• Protecting Group Reagent: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to temporarily protect alcohol (particularly glycerol) functionalities during complex reaction sequences.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a derivatization agent in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) to improve the volatility and detection of polar compounds.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A precursor in the development of fluorinated components for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(Trifluoroacetic Acid)1,2,3-Propanetriyl Ester
CAS No.	26158-83-8
Molecular Formula	C9H6F9O6
Molecular Weight	396.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycerol Tristrifluoroacetate; 1,2,3-Tris(trifluoroacetoxy)propane; Glyceryl Trifluoroacetate; Tris(trifluoroacetoxy)propane; Trifluoroacetic Acid Glycerol Triester; 1,2,3-Propanetriyl Tris(2,2,2-trifluoroacetate); Propane-1,2,3-triyl tris(2,2,2-trifluoroacetate); Glycerin Trifluoroacetate
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Quality Control

Our Tris(Trifluoroacetic Acid)1,2,3-Propanetriyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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 nature as a strong acid/organic solvent and high volatility, ensure containers are sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.50 - 1.55
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.335 - 1.345

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