Description

1-(3-Trifluoromethyl-Phenyl)-Butane-1,3-Dione is a specialized diketone compound featuring a trifluoromethylphenyl group. This structure is significant for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring the trifluoromethyl group for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine moiety contributes to efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for β-diketone ligands used in coordination chemistry and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel organic electronic materials, polymers, and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new fluorinated compound libraries in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Trifluoromethyl-Phenyl)-Butane-1,3-Dione
CAS No.	55655-84-0
Molecular Formula	C11H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	230.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3',3',3'-Trifluoro-2,4-pentanedione; 1-(3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-1,3-butanedione; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoylacetone; 3-Trifluoromethylphenyl-1,3-butanedione; 4,4,4-Trifluoro-1-(3-trifluoromethylphenyl)-1,3-butanedione; 3'-Trifluoromethylbenzoylacetone; TFMP-BDK; 1,3-Butanedione, 1-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(3-Trifluoromethyl-Phenyl)-Butane-1,3-Dione is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for use as a fine chemical intermediate. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 and fluorides. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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