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1,1,1-Trifluoroacetone

1,1,1-Trifluoroacetone chemical structure
CAS Number421-50-1
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight112.05 g/mol

What is 1,1,1-Trifluoroacetone?

1,1,1-Trifluoroacetone is a chemical compound with CAS number 421-50-1. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

Used in a synthesis of 2-trifluoromethyl-7-azaindoles starting with 2,6-dihalopyridines.1 The derived chiral imine was used to prepare enantiopure α-trifluoromethyl alanines and diamines via a Strecker reaction followed by either nitrile hydrolysis or reduction.2

Specifications

Linear Formula

CH3COCF3

Molecular Weight

112.05 g/mol

Assay/Purity

97%

Boiling Point

22 °C(lit.)

Density

1.252 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Safety Information

GHS02GHS02
GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H224-H315-H319-H335

Precautionary Statements

P210-P261-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US)

EC Number

207-005-9

WGK Germany

3

Frequently Asked Questions

Alternative Names & Synonyms

421-50-1, CH3COCF3