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Ethyl trifluoroacetate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A11520.30
250 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Ethyl trifluoroacetate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A11520.30
250 g, Each
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Catalog number: A11520.30
also known as A11520-30
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
383-63-1
IUPAC Name
ethyl 2,2,2-trifluoroacetate
Molecular Formula
C4H5F3O2
InChI Key
STSCVKRWJPWALQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C(F)(F)F
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Form
Liquid
Assay (GC)
≥98.5%
Refractive Index
1.3060-1.3090 @ 20?C
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms

Description

Ethyl trifluoroacetate is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis to prepare organic fluorine compounds like 3-ethyl-1-methylimidazolium trifluoroacetate (EMITA). It is involved in the syntheses of various pharmaceutically active molecules and agricultural products. It is also useful for the preparation of tri fluoroacylated compounds.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Ethyl trifluoroacetate is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis to prepare organic fluorine compounds like 3-ethyl-1-methylimidazolium trifluoroacetate (EMITA). It is involved in the syntheses of various pharmaceutically active molecules and agricultural products. It is also useful for the preparation of tri fluoroacylated compounds.

Solubility
Slightly miscible with water. Miscible with chloroform and methanol.

Notes
Moisture Sensitive. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases and strong acids.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Safety and Handling


    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Flammable liquids
    Category 2
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 2
    Chronic aquatic toxicity
    Category 3
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    Danger

    Hazard Statements

    H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

    H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

    Physical Hazards

    H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapor

    Precautionary Statements

    P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking

    P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling

    P280 - Wear eye protection/ face protection

    P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower

    P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention