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Trifluoroacetyl chloride

SKU 90035948 CAS 354-32-5 Available on enquiry

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Trifluoroacetyl chloride is a reactive acylating agent primarily used in organic synthesis for the introduction of trifluoroacetyl groups into various chemical compounds. This product is identified by CAS number 354-32-5. Molekula supplies Trifluoroacetyl chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90035948
CAS Number
354-32-5
IUPAC Name
2,2,2-trifluoroacetyl chloride
EC Number
206-556-2
Exact Mass
131.959
SMILES
C(=O)(C(F)(F)F)Cl
InChIKey
PNQBEPDZQUOCNY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C2ClF3O/c3-1(7)2(4,5)6
PubChem CID
61106

Synonyms

  • 2,2,2-trifluoroacetyl chloride
  • Acetyl chloride, 2,2,2-trifluoro-
  • ACETYL CHLORIDE, TRIFLUORO-
  • CF3COCl
  • Perfluoroacetyl chloride
  • TFA chloride

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance
Colorless gas
Odour
Pungent odor
Boiling Point
-27 °C
Density
1.384 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Vapour Pressure
72 psia at 25 °C (3273 mmHg)

Source: PubChem CID 61106 (HSDB)

Frequently asked questions

What is Trifluoroacetyl chloride used for?

Trifluoroacetyl chloride is primarily used as a trifluoroacetylating agent in organic synthesis and the pharmaceutical industry.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Trifluoroacetyl chloride?

The chemical formula is C2ClF3O and the molecular weight is 132.47 g/mol.

How should Trifluoroacetyl chloride be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, kept tightly closed in its original container, and protected from moisture.

What grade of Trifluoroacetyl chloride is available?

Please contact our sales team for current specifications regarding the purity and grade of the material currently in stock.

Can Molekula supply Trifluoroacetyl chloride in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply this product in various quantities ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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