CAS 344-00-3

Ethyl 2-methyl-4,4,4-trifluoroacetoacetate

Description:

Ethyl 2-methyl-4,4,4-trifluoroacetoacetate, with the CAS number 344-00-3, is an organic compound characterized by its ester functional group and the presence of trifluoromethyl groups. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid and is known for its distinctive fruity odor. It is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic characteristics. The trifluoromethyl group imparts unique electronic properties, enhancing its reactivity in various chemical reactions, particularly in nucleophilic substitutions and condensation reactions. Ethyl 2-methyl-4,4,4-trifluoroacetoacetate is often utilized in synthetic organic chemistry, especially in the preparation of fluorinated compounds and as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks if inhaled or ingested, and appropriate personal protective equipment should be used.

Formula: C₇H₉F₃O₃

InChI: InChI=1/C7H9F3O3/c1-3-13-6(12)4(2)5(11)7(8,9)10/h4H,3H2,1-2H3

SMILES: CCOC(=O)C(C)C(=O)C(F)(F)F

Synonyms:

• Ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxo-4,4,4-trifluorobutyrate~2-Methyl-4,4,4-trifluoroacetoacetic acid ethyl ester
• Ethyl 4,4,4-Trifluoro-2-Methyl-3-Oxobutanoate

Ethyl 4,4,4-trifluoro-2-methylacetoacetate, 96%

CAS: 344-00-3

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Formula: C₇H₉F₃O₃

Purity: 96%

Color and Shape: Clear colorless, Liquid

Molecular weight: 198.14

Ref: 02-L17335

Ethyl 2-methyl-4,4,4-trifluoroacetoacetate

CAS: 344-00-3

Formula: C₇H₉F₃O₃

Purity: 96%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 198.1398

Ref: IN-DA0034UK

Ethyl 2-methyl-4,4,4-trifluoroacetoacetate

CAS: 344-00-3

Ethyl 2-methyl-4,4,4-trifluoroacetoacetate

Formula: C₇H₉F₃O₃

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: clear. colourless liquid

Molecular weight: 198.14g/mol

Ref: 54-PC3245D

Ethyl 2-(trifluoroacetyl)propionate

Controlled Product

CAS: 344-00-3

Formula: C₇H₉F₃O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 198.14

Ref: TR-E890940