Description

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl Methyl Ether is a fluorinated ether compound with the CAS number 460-43-5. It serves as a valuable intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis, offering unique properties derived from its fluorine content. This product is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors where its high volatility and fluorinated structure are leveraged.

Application

• As a versatile fluorinated building block in pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.
• Use as a specialty solvent or reaction medium in organofluorine chemistry.
• Potential applications in the development of anesthetic agents and other bioactive molecules.
• Intermediate for agrochemicals and crop protection products.
• Research chemical for material science, particularly in fluoropolymer precursors.
• Used in electronic chemicals for etching or cleaning processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl Methyl Ether
CAS No.	460-43-5
Molecular Formula	C3H5F3O
Molecular Weight	114.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl Ether; Trifluoroethyl Methyl Ether; 2,2,2-Trifluoroethoxy Methane; 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-methoxyethane; Methoxy(2,2,2-trifluoro)ethane; TFEME; 460-43-5; NSC 92440
EINECS	207-312-7

Quality Control

Our 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl Methyl Ether is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	1.20 - 1.25 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 60-65°C

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