Description

1-(3,4-Dimethyl-Phenyl)-4,4,4-Trifluoro-Butane-1,3-Dione is a specialized fluorinated diketone compound. It serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the introduction of trifluoromethyl-containing motifs. This high-purity intermediate is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring trifluoromethyl groups for improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine moiety enhances efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate for synthesizing fluorinated organic compounds used in advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3,4-Dimethyl-Phenyl)-4,4,4-Trifluoro-Butane-1,3-Dione
CAS No.	63458-99-1
Molecular Formula	C12H11F3O2
Molecular Weight	244.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4,4-Trifluoro-1-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)butane-1,3-dione; 1-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-4,4,4-trifluorobutane-1,3-dione; 3,4-Dimethylphenyl trifluoroacetylacetone; 4,4,4-Trifluoro-1-(3,4-xylyl)-1,3-butanedione; TFAA-DMX Derivative; Trifluoroacetylacetone 3,4-dimethylphenyl derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(3,4-Dimethyl-Phenyl)-4,4,4-Trifluoro-Butane-1,3-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for fine chemical synthesis. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

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%

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