Description

3-Penten-2-One, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-4-Mercapto- is a specialized fluorinated mercapto-ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive thiol group and a trifluoromethyl ketone moiety, makes it a valuable precursor for introducing sulfur and fluorine functionalities into target molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated thioether or sulfone motifs.
• Building block for agrochemical research, aiding in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced properties.
• Precursor for functionalized ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and material science.
• Starting material for the preparation of fluorinated heterocycles and complex organic frameworks.
• Use in polymer modification to introduce specific chemical handles or alter material characteristics.
• Research chemical for studying thiol-ketone reactivity and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Penten-2-One, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-4-Mercapto-
CAS No.	7141-17-5
Molecular Formula	C5H5F3OS
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1-Trifluoro-4-mercapto-3-penten-2-one; 4-Mercapto-1,1,1-trifluoro-3-penten-2-one; 1,1,1-Trifluoro-4-mercaptopent-3-en-2-one; 4-Mercapto-1,1,1-trifluoropent-3-en-2-one; 3-Penten-2-one, 1,1,1-trifluoro-4-mercapto-; Trifluoromethyl vinyl ketone thiol derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Penten-2-One, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-4-Mercapto- is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and development applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with each shipment.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

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

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