Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to Ethyl 2,2-difluorohexanoate (CAS: 74106-81-3) in synthesis?
Answer
Yes, alternatives to Ethyl 2,2-difluorohexanoate include other fluoro-substituted hexanoates and similar cyclic esters. Isomers such as 2,3-difluorohexanoic acid ethyl ester can be considered, as well as other functional groups like ketones or alcohols that might serve similar purposes in chemical synthesis.
About
CAS No
74106-81-3
English Name
Ethyl 2,2-difluorohexanoate
Molecular Formula
C8H14F2O2
Molecular Weight
180.19 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCC(C(=O)OCC)(F)F
InChIKey
XTUTXYBGTIFZFQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-24 00:14
