1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-butanone
- CAS No.381-88-4
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-butanone (CAS 381-88-4) for use as a fluorinated intermediate in pharmaceutical R&D and advanced material synthesis.
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Product Overview
1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-butanone (CAS 381-88-4) is a versatile fluorinated ketone widely employed as a key building block in organic synthesis. This transparent colorless liquid features a molecular formula of C4H5F3O and a molecular weight of 126.08 g/mol. Its unique trifluoromethyl group imparts enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity, making it particularly valuable in the design of bioactive molecules and functional materials.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C4H5F3O |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 126.08 g/mol |
| Appearance | Transparent colorless liquid |
| Density | 0.929 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| Boiling Point | 50–51 °C (lit.) |
| Flash Point | 1 °F |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.322 (lit.) |
Industrial Applications
As a specialty fluorochemical intermediate, 1,1,1-trifluoro-2-butanone serves critical roles across multiple high-tech sectors:
- In pharmaceutical research and development, it acts as a precursor for synthesizing complex fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with improved pharmacokinetic profiles.
- In agrochemical innovation, it contributes to the construction of novel fluorine-containing pesticide candidates exhibiting enhanced environmental stability and target specificity.
- In advanced materials science, it functions as a monomer or modifier in the production of fluoropolymers and specialty coatings requiring thermal or chemical resistance.
Manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, our 1,1,1-trifluoro-2-butanone meets industrial-grade purity standards suitable for scalable synthesis processes. We support global B2B clients with comprehensive documentation including Certificates of Analysis (COA), safety data sheets, and technical consultation for integration into existing manufacturing workflows.
