Description

1-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl]Pentan-1-One is a high-purity organic building block featuring a trifluoromethoxy-substituted aromatic ketone structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis, where the trifluoromethoxy group imparts unique electronic and steric properties to target molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing the metabolically stable trifluoromethoxy pharmacophore.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethoxy group can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals, contributing to materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecules via reactions at the ketone functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl]Pentan-1-One
CAS No.	79619-25-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃F₃O₂
Molecular Weight	246.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pentanone, 1-[4-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]-; 4'-Trifluoromethoxy valerophenone; Valerophenone, 4'-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 4-(Trifluoromethoxy)valerophenone; 1-(4-Trifluoromethoxyphenyl)pentan-1-one; 79619-25-3; 4'-Trifluoromethoxyvalerophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl]Pentan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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