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Atomfair 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate C3H3F3O2 CAS 32042-38-9

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate (CAS No. 32042-38-9) is a high-purity fluorinated ester with the molecular formula C3H3F3O2. This specialized chemical is widely utilized in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and advanced material research due to its unique trifluoroethyl group, which enhances reactivity and stability. It is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic ester-like odor, packaged under inert conditions to ensure maximum shelf life and performance. Ideal for researchers and scientists seeking precision reagents, our 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate is rigorously tested for purity (typically ≥98% by GC) and consistency, making it a reliable choice for demanding applications. Store in a cool, dry place…

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Description

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate (CAS No. 32042-38-9) is a high-purity fluorinated ester with the molecular formula C3H3F3O2. This specialized chemical is widely utilized in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and advanced material research due to its unique trifluoroethyl group, which enhances reactivity and stability. It is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic ester-like odor, packaged under inert conditions to ensure maximum shelf life and performance. Ideal for researchers and scientists seeking precision reagents, our 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate is rigorously tested for purity (typically ≥98% by GC) and consistency, making it a reliable choice for demanding applications. Store in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizers and moisture.

Properties

  • CAS Number: 32042-38-9
  • Complexity: 77.1
  • IUPAC Name: 2,2,2-trifluoroethyl formate
  • InChI: InChI=1S/C3H3F3O2/c4-3(5,6)1-8-2-7/h2H,1H2
  • InChI Key: CAFROQYMUICGNO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Exact Mass: 128.00851382
  • Molecular Formula: C3H3F3O2
  • Molecular Weight: 128.05
  • SMILES: C(C(F)(F)F)OC=O
  • Topological: 26.3
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 128.00851382
  • Synonyms: 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate, 32042-38-9, trifluoroethyl formate, DTXSID30185859, DTXCID20108350, 628-307-0, TFEF, Formic Acid 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl Ester, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-ethanol-1-formate, 2,2,2-TRIFLUOROETHYLFORMATE, MFCD06797733, HCOOCH2CF3, Y96KFL7VVU, SCHEMBL97013, SCHEMBL97014, BBL103361, SBB085701, STL557171, 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate, 95%, AKOS005258497, FT60563, Ethanol, 2,2,2-trifluoro-, 1-formate, DA-16862, MS-20604, T2586, H10802, EN300-7592173

Application

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate serves as a versatile building block in the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where its trifluoroethyl moiety imparts metabolic stability. It is also employed as a solvent or intermediate in specialty chemical manufacturing, particularly for compounds requiring enhanced lipophilicity. Researchers value its utility in nucleophilic substitution reactions and as a precursor for advanced materials.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

  • H225 (100%): Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]
  • H302 (87%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
  • H315 (13%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
  • H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
  • H335 (10.9%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

  • P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

  • Flam. Liq. 2 (100%)
  • Acute Tox. 4 (87%)
  • Skin Irrit. 2 (13%)
  • Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)

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