Description

1,1-Diethoxy-2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(Ethylthio)Ethane is a specialized organofluorine and organosulfur building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular architecture, featuring both trifluoromethyl and ethylthioether groups protected as an acetal, makes it a versatile precursor for introducing fluorinated thioether motifs. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the introduction of fluorine and sulfur atoms can enhance biological activity and environmental profile.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and functional materials that require specific fluorinated and thioether components.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules, leveraging its reactivity in nucleophilic addition and transacetalization reactions.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: An important reagent for studying new methodologies in fluoroorganic chemistry and the development of novel fluorination techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Diethoxy-2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(Ethylthio)Ethane
CAS No.	68058-56-0
Molecular Formula	C8H15F3O2S
Molecular Weight	232.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Diethoxy-2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(ethylthio)ethane; 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1,1-diethoxy-1-(ethylthio)ethane; Ethane, 1,1-diethoxy-2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(ethylthio)-; 1-(Ethylthio)-2,2,2-trifluoro-1,1-diethoxyethane; Trifluoroacetaldehyde ethyl mercaptal diethyl acetal; α-(Ethylthio)-α,α-diethoxy-2,2,2-trifluoroethane
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Diethoxy-2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(Ethylthio)Ethane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. For custom grades or specific purity requirements, our technical team is available to discuss tailored quality specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to minimize moisture uptake and decomposition. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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