[A17338] CAS 431-47-0 | Methyl trifluoroacetate, 98+%

CAS : 431-47-0
UN# : UN2924
MDL : MFCD00000417
Hazard Class : 3
EINECS : 207-074-5
Packing Group : II

Other name :

Trifluoroacetic acid methyl ester

Chemical Properties

Formula : CF3CO2CH3
Formula weight : 128.05
Melting Point : -78°
Boiling Point : 43-44°
Flash point : -18°(-0.4°F)
Density : 1.283
Refractive Index : 1.2900
Sensitivity : Moisture Sensitive. Store under Nitrogen. Ambient temperatures.
Form : Liquid
Solubility : Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.

Literature References

Useful reagent for trifluoroacetylation of amines under mild conditions. In the presence of 1,1,3,3-Tetramethyl­guanidine, A12314, has also been used for the N-acylation of amino acids: Synthesis, 399 (1976).

Notes

Moisture sensitive. Store away from strong bases, water/moisture and oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Store under inert gas. Protect from humidity.Other References:Beilstein: 1756070UN#: UN2924

Grade Specifications

Grade Specifications

Hazard Statements : H225-H314-H318Highly flammable liquid and vapour.Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary Statements : P210-P241-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338-P405-P501aKeep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.