118311-18-5

Basic information

• Product Name: 5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid
• Synonyms: 2-(1-trityl-1H-iMidazol-4-yl)ethanol;5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid
• CAS NO: 118311-18-5
• Molecular Formula: C₅H₅F₃O₃
• Molecular Weight: 170.0866096
• Mol File: 118311-18-5.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 165℃
• Flash Point: 54℃
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.426
• PKA: 2.38±0.54(Predicted)
• CAS DataBase Reference: 5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid(118311-18-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid(118311-18-5)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 118311-18-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid is an organic compound characterized by its unique molecular structure, featuring a pentanoic acid backbone with three fluorine atoms attached to the central carbon atom. 5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid is known for its potential applications in various industries due to its distinct chemical properties.

Uses

Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid is used as a synthetic intermediate for the development of pharmaceutical compounds. Its unique structure allows for the creation of novel drugs with potential applications in treating various medical conditions.
Used in Chemical Synthesis:
In the field of chemical synthesis, 5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid serves as a key building block for the production of various fluorinated organic compounds. These compounds find applications in a wide range of industries, including agriculture, materials science, and specialty chemicals.
Used in Research and Development:
5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid is also utilized in research and development settings, where it can be employed to study the effects of fluorination on the properties and reactivity of organic molecules. This knowledge can be applied to design new molecules with improved characteristics for specific applications.
Used in the Synthesis of (Phenoxyalkyl)imidazoles:
5,5,5-Trifluoro-2-oxopentanoic acid is used as a starting material in the synthetic preparation of (phenoxyalkyl)imidazoles, which are potent H3-receptor histamine antagonists. These compounds have potential therapeutic applications in the treatment of various conditions, such as allergies and inflammatory diseases.

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