Description

3-Trifluoromethyl-3,4,4,4-Tetrafluorobutene-1 is a high-value fluorinated olefin building block with the CAS number 88562-41-8. This compound is prized for its unique structure, which introduces multiple fluorine atoms and a reactive terminal alkene, making it a versatile intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals. It is essential for R&D and production in industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced polymer manufacturing, where its fluorinated backbone imparts desirable properties like enhanced stability, lipophilicity, and chemical resistance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs to improve metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for developing novel herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Advanced Polymer & Material Science: A crucial monomer or modifier for creating specialty fluoropolymers, coatings, and elastomers with superior chemical, thermal, and weathering resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules via reactions such as hydrofluorination, cycloaddition, and cross-coupling.
• Electronic Chemicals: Potential use in the development of specialty solvents, etching agents, or precursors for dielectric materials in the semiconductor industry.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Research: Investigated as a potential component in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerant blends.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Trifluoromethyl-3,4,4,4-Tetrafluorobutene-1
CAS No.	88562-41-8
Molecular Formula	C5H3F7
Molecular Weight	196.07 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butene, 3,4,4,4-tetrafluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; 3,4,4,4-Tetrafluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)-1-butene; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)-3,4,4,4-tetrafluorobut-1-ene; HFO-1438ezy; HFO-1438mzy (E/Z isomer mixture); R-1438ezy; Fluorinated butene intermediate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Trifluoromethyl-3,4,4,4-Tetrafluorobutene-1 is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele in research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maintain optimal stability for extended periods. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and volatility loss.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Isomeric Ratio (GC)	Reported on COA

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