Description

Ethyl 2-Chlorotetrafluoropropionate is a specialized fluorinated organic ester with the CAS registry number 5829-03-8. This compound serves as a valuable fluorinated building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis, prized for its ability to introduce fluorine-containing functional groups. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, potentially enhancing metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where fluorine atoms improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated polymers, surfactants, or liquid crystals with unique surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an electrophile or a source of the -CF2- moiety in nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions in research laboratories.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: Essential material for academic and industrial research exploring new methodologies in organofluorine chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Chlorotetrafluoropropionate
CAS No.	5829-03-8
Molecular Formula	C5H5ClF4O2
Molecular Weight	208.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Chloro-1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoropropionate; 2-Chloro-1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoropropyl Ethanoate; Ethyl α-Chlorohexafluoroisobutyrate; Ethyl 2-Chloroperfluoropropionate; 2-Chlorotetrafluoropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; C2F5CFClCOOC2H5; ECTFP
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Chlorotetrafluoropropionate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and sources of ignition. Due to the potential for hydrolysis, the container should be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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