Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to Methyl 4,4,4-trifluorobutanoate (CAS: 2365-82-4) in synthesis?
Answer
Several alternatives can be considered for synthesizing compounds similar to Methyl 4,4,4-trifluorobutanoate (CAS: 2365-82-4). Common alternatives include other esters with trifluorobutanoic acid, such as ethyl 4,4,4-trifluorobutanoate, or related halogenated compounds. In some applications, it can be replaced by other fluorochemical esters or by using different functional groups in the synthetic pathway.
About
CAS No
2365-82-4
English Name
Methyl 4,4,4-trifluorobutanoate
Molecular Formula
C5H7F3O2
Molecular Weight
156.1 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)CCC(F)(F)F
InChIKey
RVNWLMWNUJPCQD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-23 23:59
