Description

Trifluoromethylhypofluorite is a highly reactive fluorinating and oxidizing agent of significant industrial interest. Its unique chemical structure, featuring a hypofluorite group bonded to a trifluoromethyl moiety, makes it a powerful tool for introducing fluorine atoms or oxygen functionalities into target molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development laboratories and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for specialized synthesis and process development.

Application

• Fluorination Reagent: Used as a selective electrophilic fluorinating agent in organic synthesis to introduce fluorine into complex molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key reagent in the research and development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where fluorine atoms can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Advanced Materials: Facilitates the surface modification and functionalization of polymers and other materials to impart specific chemical resistance or surface properties.
• Oxidation Reactions: Acts as a potent oxidizer in specialized chemical transformations where milder oxidants are ineffective.
• Research & Development: A critical tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel fluoroorganic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trifluoromethylhypofluorite
CAS No.	373-91-1
Molecular Formula	CF4O
Molecular Weight	104.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Trifluoromethyl hypofluorite; Hypofluorous acid trifluoromethyl ester; Perfluoromethyl hypofluorite; Fluoroxytrifluoromethane; Trifluoromethoxy fluoride; CF3OF
EINECS	206-772-5

Quality Control

Our Trifluoromethylhypofluorite is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. While typically supplied as a high-purity research-grade material, specifications including purity (by GC or NMR), identity confirmation, and impurity profiles are rigorously controlled. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant parameters is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed, specially passivated container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and reactive nature, it must be stored in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat, ignition sources, and incompatible materials such as reducing agents, organic matter, and strong bases. Storage under controlled, inert atmosphere is recommended. Handle and store only in equipment designed for aggressive fluorinating agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless gas
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Assay	≥ 97.0%

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