Description

1,1,1-Trifluorooctan-2-One is a versatile fluorinated ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the trifluoromethyl group, enabling the introduction of fluorine atoms to enhance the properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel compounds with improved metabolic stability, lipophilicity, and bioactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Incorporated to create specialty fluoropolymers with unique surface, thermal, and chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various reactions, including nucleophilic additions and condensations, to construct complex fluorinated architectures.
• Surface Active Agent Precursor: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated surfactants and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1-Trifluorooctan-2-One
CAS No.	400-60-2
Molecular Formula	C8H13F3O
Molecular Weight	182.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-octanone; 2-Octanone, 1,1,1-trifluoro-; Trifluoromethyl pentyl ketone; 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-oxooctane; Perfluoro-tert-butyl pentyl ketone (common name); F3C-CO-(CH2)5-CH3; Heptanoyl fluoride, 6,6,6-trifluoro-; 6,6,6-Trifluoroheptan-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,1,1-Trifluorooctan-2-One is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 acids, organic solvents, fluorides, and strong alkalis. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

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 (n20/D)	Contact for details
Density (20°C)	Contact for details

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