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Catalog Number:
42373
CAS Number:
431-47-0
Methyl trifluoroacetate
Purity:
≥ 99% (GC)
Synonym(s):
Trifluoroacetic acid methyl ester
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Product Information
Synonyms
Trifluoroacetic acid methyl ester
CAS Number
431-47-0
Purity
≥ 99% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C3H3F3O2
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00000417
PubChem ID
9893
Melting Point
-78 °C
Density
1.29
Appearance
Colorless transparent liquid
Boiling Point
43 °C
Refractive Index
n20D 1.29
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
Trifluoroacetic acid methyl ester
CAS Number
431-47-0
Purity
≥ 99% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C3H3F3O2
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00000417
PubChem ID
9893
Melting Point
-78 °C
Density
1.29
Appearance
Colorless transparent liquid
Boiling Point
43 °C
Refractive Index
n20D 1.29
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Methyl trifluoroacetate is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Synthesis of Fluorinated Compounds: It serves as a key reagent in the synthesis of various fluorinated organic compounds, which are valuable in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
  • Intermediate in Drug Development: This compound acts as an important intermediate in the production of drugs, particularly those requiring fluorine for enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
  • Analytical Chemistry: Methyl trifluoroacetate is used in analytical methods, such as gas chromatography, to derivatize alcohols and amines, improving detection sensitivity.
  • Polymer Chemistry: It is employed in the synthesis of fluorinated polymers, which exhibit unique properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability, beneficial in coatings and materials science.
  • Environmental Applications: The compound is explored for its potential in developing environmentally friendly solvents and reagents, aligning with green chemistry principles.

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