Description

Chlorotrifluorosuccinic Acid is a specialized fluorinated organic acid building block of significant industrial interest. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid group and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals. This compound is particularly sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring fluorinated motifs to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the introduction of fluorine atoms can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing fluorinated polymers with unique chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of novel ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other advanced chemical transformations.
• Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination chemistry and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chlorotrifluorosuccinic Acid
CAS No.	866-16-0
Molecular Formula	C4H2ClF3O4
Molecular Weight	194.50 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-2,3,3-trifluorobutanedioic Acid; 2-Chloro-2,3,3-trifluorosuccinic Acid; Chlorotrifluorobutanedioic Acid; 2-Chloro-2,3,3-trifluorobutanedioic Acid; CTFSA; α-Chloro-α,β,β-trifluorosuccinic Acid
EINECS	212-757-8

Quality Control

Our Chlorotrifluorosuccinic Acid is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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