Description

2-(Trifluoromethyl)Propene is a highly versatile fluorinated organic building block, essential for introducing the trifluoromethyl group into complex molecular architectures. Its value lies in its unique reactivity, enabling the synthesis of advanced materials and pharmaceuticals with enhanced properties. This compound is a critical raw material for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) containing the CF3 group, which improves metabolic stability and lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to manufacture advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl moiety enhances biological activity.
• Fluoropolymer Modification: Serves as a monomer or comonomer for creating specialty polymers with improved chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various coupling and addition reactions to construct complex fluorinated molecules for material science and electronics.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A valuable starting material for synthesizing fluorinated components used in display technologies.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Research: Investigated for use in next-generation, environmentally friendly refrigeration systems and aerosol formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Trifluoromethyl)Propene
CAS No.	374-00-5
Molecular Formula	C4H5F3
Molecular Weight	110.08 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3,3-Trifluoropropene; 3,3,3-Trifluoro-1-propene; Trifluoropropene; 1-Propene, 3,3,3-trifluoro-; 3,3,3-Trifluoropropylene; Perfluoropropene (common misnomer); TFP; R-1243zf (refrigerant designation)
EINECS	206-779-7

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Trifluoromethyl)Propene is produced and analyzed under stringent quality management protocols. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and comprehensive analytical testing, including GC and NMR, is performed to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and product integrity for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and gaseous nature under standard conditions, this product must be stored in a certified pressure-rated cylinder or vessel in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Keep separated from strong bases and oxidizing agents. Store under an inert atmosphere if in liquid form to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless gas (liquefied under pressure)
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 50 ppm

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