Description

Trifluoro(2-Methyl-2-Butenyl)Silane is a highly reactive organosilicon compound characterized by its trifluorosilyl group and an unsaturated 2-methyl-2-butenyl ligand. This unique structure makes it a valuable silylating agent and versatile building block for introducing fluorinated silicon functionalities into more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for synthesizing novel intermediates and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorosilane groups to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to glass, metals, and polymers for advanced coatings and release layers.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty silicones and fluorinated polymers with unique thermal and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a selective silylating agent in complex multi-step syntheses to protect functional groups or facilitate specific reaction pathways.
• Electronics & Semiconductor Precursor: Potential use in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes for depositing thin films containing silicon and fluorine.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trifluoro(2-Methyl-2-Butenyl)Silane
CAS No.	51676-19-8
Molecular Formula	C5H9F3Si
Molecular Weight	142.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-butenyltrifluorosilane; (3-Methylbut-2-en-1-yl)trifluorosilane; Trifluoro(3-methyl-2-butenyl)silane; Silane, trifluoro(3-methyl-2-butenyl)-; 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-methyl-2-butenylsilane; (2-Methyl-2-butenyl)trifluorosilane; 3-Methyl-2-buten-1-yltrifluorosilane
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Quality Control

Our Trifluoro(2-Methyl-2-Butenyl)Silane is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile and reactive nature (fluoride/strong alkali), keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers, acids, and moisture. Use under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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