Description

Acetic Acid, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-, 1,1-Dimethylbutyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated ester compound valued for its unique combination of volatility and chemical reactivity. This makes it a critical intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly where the introduction of fluorine atoms or specific ester functionalities is required. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its trifluoroacetyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides where fluorination enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Specialty Solvent: Acts as a high-volatility solvent for coatings, resins, and precision cleaning applications in electronics manufacturing.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for introducing the 1,1-dimethylbutyl ester moiety in complex organic synthesis and material science projects.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Employed as a precursor or processing agent in the manufacture of fluorinated electronic display materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-, 1,1-Dimethylbutyl Ester
CAS No.	814-42-6
Molecular Formula	C8H13F3O2
Molecular Weight	198.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dimethylbutyl Trifluoroacetate; 3-Methyl-3-pentyl Trifluoroacetate; tert-Pentyl Trifluoroacetate; Trifluoroacetic Acid 1,1-Dimethylbutyl Ester; Trifluoroacetic Acid tert-Pentyl Ester; TFA tert-Pentyl Ester; 2,2,2-Trifluoroacetic Acid 1,1-Dimethylbutyl Ester
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Quality Control

We supply high-purity grades of this fluorinated ester, suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.365 - 1.375
Density (20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/mL

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