CAS 359-41-1: 2-(Trifluoromethyl)oxirane

Trifluoroacetic acid is a reactive molecule used in the synthesis of bioactive molecules. It is synthesized from 3,3,3-trifluoro-1,2-propenoxide by ring opening and nucleophilic attack on the carbonyl group. Trifluoroacetic acid reacts with an acid complex to form a salt and release water molecules. This salt can be isolated by evaporating the solvent. The active substances are obtained by hydrolysis of the salts with base or acid. Trifluoroacetic acid is also used as a cross-linking agent for proteins and other biomolecules. It has been shown to inhibit bacterial growth in vitro, which may be due to its ability to inhibit protein synthesis and cell division through inhibition of bacterial ribosomes.

1,2-Epoxy-3,3,3-trifluoropropane is used for the synthesis of trifluorolactic acid. It is an important raw material and intermediate used in Organic Synthesis, Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals and Dyestuff. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

3,3,3-Trifluoro-1,2-propenoxide