Description

3-Buten-2-One, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-4-Methoxy-3-Methyl- is a high-value, fluorinated organic building block characterized by its unique combination of a reactive enone system and a trifluoromethyl group. This compound matters for its role as a versatile synthon in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the efficient introduction of fluorine atoms and functionalized carbon chains into target molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethyl group can improve metabolic stability and bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific surface properties.
• Fluorine Chemistry: An essential reagent in academic and industrial laboratories focused on organofluorine chemistry and methodology development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value fluorinated fine chemicals and flavors & fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Buten-2-One, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-4-Methoxy-3-Methyl-
CAS No.	219986-54-6
Molecular Formula	C7H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	182.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1-Trifluoro-4-methoxy-3-methyl-3-buten-2-one; 4-Methoxy-3-methyl-1,1,1-trifluorobut-3-en-2-one; 3-Methyl-4-methoxy-1,1,1-trifluoro-3-buten-2-one; Trifluoroacetylacetone methyl ether (derivative); TFM-MBO; Fluorinated enone ether; Methoxy-trifluoromethyl-methylbutenone
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Quality Control

Our 3-Buten-2-One, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-4-Methoxy-3-Methyl- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, keep under an inert atmosphere at recommended temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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