Description

Vinyl 3,3-Dichloro-2,2,3-Trifluoropropionate is a specialized fluorinated organic ester, a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This high-value intermediate is prized for its unique reactivity profile, enabling the introduction of a trifluoromethyl-containing moiety into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated scaffolds for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the introduction of fluorine atoms improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Advanced Material Research: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and coatings with unique surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules via reactions such as cross-coupling, addition, or polymerization.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: A valuable reagent for investigating new methodologies in fluorination and the synthesis of organofluorine compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vinyl 3,3-Dichloro-2,2,3-Trifluoropropionate
CAS No.	78840-97-8
Molecular Formula	C5H3Cl2F3O2
Molecular Weight	234.98 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Dichloro-2,2,3-trifluoropropionic Acid Vinyl Ester; 2,2,3-Trifluoro-3,3-dichloropropionic Acid Vinyl Ester; Vinyl 3,3-Dichloro-2,2,3-trifluoropropanoate; 78840-97-8; Propanoyl chloride, 3,3-dichloro-2,2,3-trifluoro-, vinyl ester; VDFP (abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Our Vinyl 3,3-Dichloro-2,2,3-Trifluoropropionate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 to prevent moisture ingress and potential decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.55 g/cm³

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