Description

4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)pent-2-en-1-ol is a high-value fluorinated building block characterized by its unique combination of an allylic alcohol moiety and a perfluoro-tert-butyl-like group. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and pharmaceuticals, where its fluorine content imparts desirable properties such as enhanced stability, lipophilicity, and metabolic resistance. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing next-generation herbicides and pesticides with improved environmental profiles and efficacy.
• Advanced Material Monomer: Incorporated into specialty polymers and coatings to enhance chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Acts as a fluorinated synthon in the production of components for display technologies and dielectric fluids.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic additions, and other transformations to introduce complex fluorinated segments.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and material science research exploring structure-property relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)pent-2-en-1-ol
CAS No.	243139-65-3
Molecular Formula	C6H5F7O
Molecular Weight	226.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trifluoromethyl)-4,5,5,5-tetrafluoropent-2-en-1-ol; 4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-2-penten-1-ol; 2-Penten-1-ol, 4,5,5,5-tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; (E/Z)-4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)pent-2-en-1-ol; Perfluoro-tert-butyl allyl alcohol analog; F7-alcohol intermediate
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Quality Control

Our 4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)pent-2-en-1-ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, GC, and HPLC, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to maintain purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Isomeric Ratio (E/Z)	Specified upon request
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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