Ethyl 4,4,4-Trifluoroacetoacetate (ETFAA)

Synonyms: Ethyl trifluoroacetoacetate, ETFAA, Ethyl 3-oxo-4,4,4-trifluoroacetoacetate, 4,4,4-Trifluoroacetoacetic acid ethyl ester
CAS No.: 372-31-6
Molecular Formula: C₆H₇F₃O₃
Molecular Weight: 184.11
Product Specifications: Purity ≥98.5%
Physicochemical Properties: Colorless transparent liquid, corrosive, toxic, and flammable; density 1.259 g/mL; boiling point 129-132°C; melting point -39°C; flash point 28°C; refractive index 1.375-1.378; soluble in water, ethanol, benzene, etc.
Moisture: ≤0.2%
Ethanol: ≤0.3%
Toluene: ≤0.1%
Packaging: Customized according to customer requirements

Main Applications:
Ethyl 4,4,4-Trifluoroacetoacetate is mainly used as an intermediate for the synthesis of fluorinated heterocycles in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its active methylene structure enables stable carbanion formation, making it valuable in organic synthesis.

Safety Information:

• Classified as a Class 3 flammable liquid
• Hazard labels: R10 (flammable), R22 (harmful if swallowed), R52/53 (hazardous to aquatic life)
• Transport according to UN 3272 3/PG 3
• Avoid skin contact and inhalation of vapors
• Store in a tightly sealed container in a designated flammable goods area
• Reacts with oxidizing agents

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