Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl 2-bromo-4,4,4-trifluorobutanoate (CAS: 367-33-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ethyl 2-bromo-4,4,4-trifluorobutanoate (CAS: 367-33-9) is typically synthesized by reacting 4,4,4-trifluorobutanoic acid with ethyl bromide in the presence of a base such as potassium carbonate, followed by a dehydration step. This method provides good yield and selectivity, with the product being isolated and purified by vacuum distillation.
About
CAS No
367-33-9
English Name
Ethyl 2-bromo-4,4,4-trifluorobutanoate
Molecular Formula
C6H8BrF3O2
Molecular Weight
249.02599999999995 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C(CC(F)(F)F)Br
InChIKey
POVYUFTVLGOXEE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-16 21:46
