Description

Ethyl 5,5,5-Trifluoro-4-(Naphthalen-1-Ylimino)Pentanoate is a specialized fluorinated organic compound featuring a unique naphthylimino functional group. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the introduction of fluorine atoms and aromatic systems is critical. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors. The compound's precise reactivity profile enables the construction of complex molecules with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring trifluoromethyl groups for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generation pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine moiety can improve activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for functional dyes, organic semiconductors, or liquid crystals due to its conjugated naphthalene system.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new organic reactions and methodologies, especially in fluorination chemistry and imine-based transformations.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for the production of client-specific target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5,5,5-Trifluoro-4-(Naphthalen-1-Ylimino)Pentanoate
CAS No.	928791-42-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₆F₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	323.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5,5,5-trifluoro-4-(1-naphthylimino)pentanoate; 4-(Naphthalen-1-ylimino)-5,5,5-trifluoropentanoic acid ethyl ester; 5,5,5-Trifluoro-4-(naphthalen-1-ylimino)pentanoic acid ethyl ester; 928791-42-8; Ethyl 4-[(1-naphthyl)imino]-5,5,5-trifluoropentanoate; 1-Naphthalenamine, N-(4-ethoxy-1,1,1-trifluoro-4-oxobutan-2-ylidene)-
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5,5,5-Trifluoro-4-(Naphthalen-1-Ylimino)Pentanoate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) standards where applicable for pharmaceutical-grade material. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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