Compound Q&A
How is 1,1,1-Trifluoro-3-iodopropane (CAS: 460-37-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,1,1-Trifluoro-3-iodopropane (CAS: 460-37-7) can be synthesized via the reaction of 1,1,1-trifluoro-2-propanol with iodine in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst, such as aluminum chloride. This method provides good yields and selectivity. Alternately, it can be prepared by the reaction of 1,1,1-trifluoro-2-propanol with sodium iodide in anhydrous conditions.
About
CAS No
460-37-7
English Name
1,1,1-Trifluoro-3-iodopropane
Molecular Formula
C3H4F3I
Molecular Weight
223.96 g/mol
SMILES
C(CI)C(F)(F)F
InChIKey
ULIYQAUQKZDZOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-10 15:15
