Description

2-Chloro-3,4,4,4-Tetrafluoro-3-(Trifluoromethoxy)But-1-Ene is a highly fluorinated organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its unique molecular structure, which combines chloro, tetrafluoro, and trifluoromethoxy functionalities, making it a versatile intermediate for introducing fluorinated motifs. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing fluorinated groups to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides where fluorination enhances activity and environmental persistence.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty fluoropolymers and coatings with exceptional chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a building block for fluorinated organic semiconductors and dielectric materials used in OLEDs and thin-film transistors.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Research: Studied for potential applications in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerants and propellant blends.
• Liquid Crystal Development: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystal compounds for high-performance displays.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-3,4,4,4-Tetrafluoro-3-(Trifluoromethoxy)But-1-Ene
CAS No.	261503-71-3
Molecular Formula	C5H2ClF7O
Molecular Weight	246.51 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3,4,4,4-tetrafluoro-3-(trifluoromethoxy)-1-butene; 1-Butene, 2-chloro-3,4,4,4-tetrafluoro-3-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2-chloro-3,4,4,4-tetrafluorobut-1-ene; CF3OCF(Cl)CF=CF2 (abbreviated structure); HFO-1336mzz-E(Z) isomer related compound; Fluorinated olefin ether; Chlorotetrafluoro(trifluoromethoxy)butene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Chloro-3,4,4,4-Tetrafluoro-3-(Trifluoromethoxy)But-1-Ene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support compliance with global regulatory frameworks like REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.6 g/mL
Boiling Point	~80-85°C (Estimated)

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