Description

4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-Trifluoromethoxy-2-Pentanone is a highly fluorinated ketone compound valued for its unique combination of volatility and solvent properties. This specialty chemical serves as a critical intermediate and solvent in advanced manufacturing processes where high-performance materials are required. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and electronics sectors for applications demanding precise chemical reactivity and stability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for creating novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a high-performance solvent for reactions involving strong acids or sensitive organometallic catalysts.
• Electronics Industry: Utilized in the formulation of specialty cleaning agents and etching solutions for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Fluoropolymer Research: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the development of new fluorinated polymers and coatings.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Formulation: Investigated as a component in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerant blends.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-Trifluoromethoxy-2-Pentanone
CAS No.	261760-18-3
Molecular Formula	C6H3F7O2
Molecular Weight	240.08 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)pentan-2-one; 2-Pentanone, 4,5,5,5-tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-4,5,5,5-tetrafluoropentan-2-one; HFE-7500 (related trade series); 1,1,1,2,2,3,3-Heptafluoro-4-methoxy-4-pentanone; Fluorinated ketone solvent; Perfluorinated ether ketone
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Quality Control

Our production of 4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-Trifluoromethoxy-2-Pentanone adheres to a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and manufacturing requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration of impurities.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 50 ppm
Density (20°C)	~1.55 g/mL
Boiling Point	~ 85-90 °C

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