Compound Q&A
How is 4,4,4-Trifluorobutanal (CAS: 406-87-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
4,4,4-Trifluorobutanal can be synthesized through the oxidative cleavage of 1,1,1-trifluoro-3-butanone using osmium tetroxide and acetone as catalysts. This method provides good yield and selectivity for the aldehyde product. Other routes include the reduction of trifluoroacetaldehyde with hydrogen over a metal catalyst.
About
CAS No
406-87-1
English Name
4,4,4-Trifluorobutanal
Molecular Formula
C4H5F3O
Molecular Weight
126.08 g/mol
SMILES
C(CC(F)(F)F)C=O
InChIKey
SCJCDNUXDWFVFI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 20:30
