Description

Acetic Acid, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-, Pentyl Ester is a fluorinated organic ester characterized by its high volatility and specific reactivity profile. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile fluorinated building block and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key fluorinated synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing the trifluoromethyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where fluorine substitution improves biological activity and environmental stability.
• Specialty Solvent: Acts as a high-volatility, fluorinated solvent for specialized coating formulations, precision cleaning, and chemical reactions requiring unique solvation properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed as a precursor or additive in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for the electronics industry.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers, altering surface properties, oil repellency, and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as an acylating agent or protecting group in complex multi-step organic syntheses conducted under controlled conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-, Pentyl Ester
CAS No.	327-70-8
Molecular Formula	C7H11F3O2
Molecular Weight	184.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentyl 2,2,2-Trifluoroacetate; 2,2,2-Trifluoroacetic Acid Pentyl Ester; 1-Pentyl 2,2,2-Trifluoroacetate; n-Pentyl Trifluoroacetate; Trifluoroacetic Acid n-Amyl Ester; Amyl Trifluoroacetate; TFA Pentyl Ester; n-Amyl Trifluoroacetate
EINECS	206-327-1

Quality Control

Our Acetic Acid, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-, Pentyl Ester is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high purity and consistency, with specifications typically meeting or exceeding 98.0% (GC) purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.365 - 1.375
Density (20°C)	1.09 - 1.11 g/mL

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