Description

2,3,3-Trifluoroacrylic Acid is a highly fluorinated carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block for advanced materials. Its unique trifluoro-substituted acrylic structure provides exceptional chemical stability and reactivity, making it invaluable for introducing fluorine atoms into complex molecules. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where its properties enable the synthesis of novel compounds with enhanced performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for fluorinated drugs that require improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to manufacture advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Serves as a monomer for producing fluorinated acrylic polymers and coatings, which offer superior chemical resistance, weatherability, and low surface energy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A crucial raw material for synthesizing fluorinated components in electronic display technologies, contributing to improved performance and stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic chemistry for introducing the trifluoroacryloyl group, enabling novel reaction pathways.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize surfaces to create hydrophobic, oleophobic, or chemically resistant properties in advanced material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,3-Trifluoroacrylic Acid
CAS No.	433-68-1
Molecular Formula	C3HF3O2
Molecular Weight	126.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,3-Trifluoroprop-2-enoic Acid; 3,3,3-Trifluoroacrylic Acid; Trifluoroacrylic Acid; 2,3,3-Trifluoro-2-propenoic Acid; α,β,β-Trifluoroacrylic Acid; TFAcA; 2-Propenoic acid, 3,3,3-trifluoro-
EINECS	207-100-2

Quality Control

Our 2,3,3-Trifluoroacrylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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, oxidizers, and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maintain stability for extended periods. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.45 g/mL

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