Description

2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-3-[1,2,2-Trifluoro-2-[1,2,2,2-Tetrafluoro-1-(Fluoroformyl)Ethoxy]-1-(Trifluoromethyl)Ethoxy]Propionic Acid Methyl Ester is a highly fluorinated organic ester, a key building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. Its complex perfluorinated structure makes it a critical intermediate for introducing fluorine atoms into target molecules, which is essential for modifying physical, chemical, and biological properties. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing fluorinated moieties to enhance metabolic stability, bioavailability, and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where fluorination improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Fluorinated Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty fluoropolymers, coatings, and surfactants that require exceptional chemical resistance, thermal stability, and low surface energy.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for high-performance display technologies and electronic applications.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new fluorination methodologies and catalytic cycles.
• Surface Modification Agents: Used to create fluorinated surfaces that are hydrophobic, oleophobic, and resistant to fouling.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-3-[1,2,2-Trifluoro-2-[1,2,2,2-Tetrafluoro-1-(Fluoroformyl)Ethoxy]-1-(Trifluoromethyl)Ethoxy]Propionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	69116-73-0
Molecular Formula	C10H4F14O5
Molecular Weight	470.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-3-[1,2,2-trifluoro-2-[1,2,2,2-tetrafluoro-1-(fluoroformyl)ethoxy]-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethoxy]propionate; Perfluorinated Propionic Acid Methyl Ester Derivative; 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-3-(1,2,2-trifluoro-2-(1,2,2,2-tetrafluoro-1-(fluoroformyl)ethoxy)-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethoxy)propionic acid methyl ester; Fluorinated C10 Ester; HFPO-ME Trimer (related class); Highly Fluorinated Building Block Ester
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Quality Control

Our production of this high-value fluorinated intermediate adheres to strict quality management protocols. Every batch is characterized and tested to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific analytical results (including assay by GC/HPLC, identity confirmation by IR/NMR, and impurity profiles) is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC or HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances / Impurities (HPLC)	Individual unknown ≤ 0.5%, Total ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.6 - 1.7 g/mL

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