5-Methoxy-1-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-1-pentanone CAS 61718-80-7
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5-Methoxy-1-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-1-pentanone is a trifluoromethyl-substituted aryl ketone with a methoxy-terminated alkyl chain. The ketone functionality allows for transformations such as oxime formation in multi-step syntheses.
Primarily used in pharmaceutical intermediate processes, it supports construction of antidepressant-related structures. Aure Chemical provides material meeting industry standards for controlled synthetic applications.
Basic Information
| CAS No. | 61718-80-7 |
|---|---|
| EC No. | Not available |
| Linear Formula | C13H15F3O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 260.25 |
| Appearance | White to off-white solid |
| Melting Point | 50-52 °C (lit.) |
| Boiling point | 318.7±42.0 °C (Predicted) |
| Density | 1.147±0.06 g/cm³ (Predicted) |
| Solubility | Soluble in chloroform, methanol; slightly soluble in water (typical reference) |
| Storage Conditions | Sealed in dry, room temperature |
| Chemical Structure | ![]() |
Key Applications
Pharmaceutical intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of fluvoxamine, an SSRI antidepressant, via oxime intermediate formation, and an important building block within Aripiprazole and Fluvoxamine intermediates for CNS-focused API development.
API intermediate: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients featuring trifluoromethylated aryl ketones, making it relevant to fluorinated pharmaceutical intermediates in medicinal chemistry and process synthesis.
Aromatic compound synthesis: Provides a fluorinated aromatic scaffold for ketone-based transformations in organic synthesis, especially in the development of CNS drug intermediates and related fine chemicals.
Laboratory research: Employed in medicinal chemistry for analog development, impurity studies, and route evaluation involving fluorinated small molecules.
Process development: Applied in route optimization and scale-up for efficient manufacturing of fine chemical intermediates and pharmaceutical intermediates for API synthesis.
Aure Chemical: Your Reliable Partner
High batch consistency: Purity and uniformity ensured through rigorous quality controls tailored for pharmaceutical intermediate requirements.
Stable international supply: Dependable logistics channels supporting global export from research to production quantities.
Documentation provision: SDS, COA, and related certificates available to meet sourcing and compliance standards.
Packaging flexibility: Options including 1kg/5kg/25kg fiber drums with PE liners or customized packaging, with responsive technical support.
Packaging, Logistics & Compliance Capabilities
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Packaging Options
- 25 kg / 50 kg bags (fiber drum, aluminum bag, HDPE drum)
- 100 kg / 200 kg steel or HDPE drums
- 500 kg / 1000 kg IBC containers
- Bulk liquids in ISO tank containers
- Customized packaging upon request
Transportation Modes
- Sea freight (FCL / LCL)
- Air freight for selected products
- Road and rail transportation
- Dangerous & non-dangerous cargo handling
- Incoterms: EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP, DDP
Storage & Handling
- Dry, cool, and well-ventilated warehouses
- Segregation by hazard class
- FIFO inventory management
- Temperature-controlled storage if required
- Regular inspection & labeling control
Documentation & Compliance
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD)
- Packing List & Commercial Invoice
- IMDG / IATA / ADR compliant labeling
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