Description

n-Butyl Fluoroacetate is a specialized organic ester compound, serving as a key fluorinated building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to introduce the fluoroacetate moiety, a crucial functional group for modifying molecular properties and developing novel materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise fluorination is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents that require a fluoroacetate functional group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the development of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a versatile fluorinating and acylating agent in complex organic reactions and material science research.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for producing fluorinated polymers, surfactants, and liquid crystals.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in metabolic studies and as a probe molecule due to the specific biological activity of fluoroacetate derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butyl Fluoroacetate
CAS No.	371-49-3
Molecular Formula	C6H11FO2
Molecular Weight	134.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl Fluoroacetate; Fluoroacetic Acid Butyl Ester; n-Butyl Fluoroethanoate; Butyl 2-Fluoroacetate; 2-Fluoroacetic Acid Butyl Ester; FAcOBu; 371-49-3; NSC 88366
EINECS	206-740-2

Quality Control

Our n-Butyl Fluoroacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for industrial and research-grade materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.395 - 1.405
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/mL

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