Description

Ethyl 8-Oxo-8-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Octanoate is a high-purity, specialized organic ester compound featuring a trifluoromethylphenyl ketone moiety. This structure makes it a valuable and versatile advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a key building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the development of advanced organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and fluorinated structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in medicinal chemistry and process R&D for Friedel-Crafts acylation, condensation, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: An important compound for studying the effects of the trifluoromethyl group on molecular properties like lipophilicity and metabolic stability.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 8-Oxo-8-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Octanoate
CAS No.	898777-79-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₁F₃O₃
Molecular Weight	330.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 8-Oxo-8-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]octanoate; 8-Oxo-8-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]octanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Octanoic acid, 8-oxo-8-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-, ethyl ester; 3-Trifluoromethylphenyl 8-ethoxy-8-oxooctanoate; α-Trifluoromethyl-ω-carbethoxycaprophenone
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 8-Oxo-8-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Octanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced intermediate use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically >97% by HPLC), and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.