Description

2,2,2-Trichloroethyl Laurate is a specialized organic ester compound, valued for its unique chemical structure that combines a fatty acid chain with a trichloroethyl moiety. This product serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and functional additive in advanced synthesis and formulation processes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce specific properties into their final products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where the trichloroethyl group can act as a protective group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a plasticizer or a reactive monomer component in the formulation of specialty resins and coatings to alter flexibility and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories and R&D for esterification reactions and as a source of the laurate ester group in complex molecule construction.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Functions as an extreme pressure (EP) additive or a viscosity modifier in specialty synthetic lubricants.
• Chemical Research: Used in academic and industrial research for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,2-Trichloroethyl Laurate
CAS No.	71071-51-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₇Cl₃O₂
Molecular Weight	345.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecanoic Acid, 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl Ester; Lauric Acid Trichloroethyl Ester; Trichloroethyl Dodecanoate; 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol Laurate; Trichloroethyl Laurate; NSC 334153; Trichloroethyl ester of lauric acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl Laurate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical properties. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use as a high-value intermediate in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.10 - 1.20
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470

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