Description

Vinyl Trifluoroacetate is a specialized fluorinated organic ester with the CAS number 433-28-3, valued for its role as a versatile trifluoroacetylating agent and a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its high reactivity and the introduction of the trifluoromethyl group make it essential for modifying molecular properties, enhancing stability, and creating novel compounds. This product is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing active ingredients, specialty polymers, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key reagent for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the introduction of the trifluoroacetyl protecting group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the CF3 group improves biological activity and environmental stability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the creation of specialty fluoropolymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a trifluoroacetylating agent in various organic transformations, including esterifications and the synthesis of complex heterocycles.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Used in the production of fluorinated compounds for electronic applications, such as liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and dielectric materials.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in synthesizing fluorinated dyes and pigments that offer superior lightfastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Vinyl Trifluoroacetate
CAS No.	433-28-3
Molecular Formula	C4H3F3O2
Molecular Weight	140.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Trifluoroacetic Acid Vinyl Ester; Ethenyl 2,2,2-Trifluoroacetate; Vinyl Trifluoroethanoate; VTA; 2-Propenyl Trifluoroacetate; Acetic Acid, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-, Vinyl Ester; Trifluoroacetic Acid Ethenyl Ester
EINECS	207-094-3

Quality Control

Our Vinyl Trifluoroacetate is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis using advanced techniques like GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flames. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) to maximize shelf-life and stability. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	1.25 - 1.30 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.330 - 1.340

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