Sodium chlorodifluoroacetate, CAS No. 1895-39-2

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1895-39-2

Catalog No. EBD16288

CAS 1895-39-2

Name Sodium chlorodifluoroacetate

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Basic Information

Synonyms: difluorochloroaceticacidsodiumsalt chlorodifluoroaceticacid,na chlorodifluoroaceticacidsodium chlorodifluoro-aceticacisodiumsalt sodiumchlorodifluoroacetate97% Chlorodifluoroaceticacidsodiumsalt Sodiumchlorodifluoroacetate CClF2COONa

Molecular Formula: C2ClF2NaO2

Molecular Weight: 152.46

MDL Number: MFCD00064771

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Halogenated Compounds Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Carboxylic Acids and Esters

Product Description:

Sodium chlorodifluoroacetate is a white crystalline solid with the molecular formula C2ClF2NaO2. It serves as a key reagent for introducing the difluoromethyl (CF2H) group into organic molecules via decarboxylative radical processes, often under photoredox or transition-metal catalysis. Its primary application is as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the difluoromethylation of aryl, heteroaryl, and alkenyl substrates. This reaction is valuable in medicinal chemistry for modifying the pharmacokinetic properties of drug candidates, as the CF2H group can act as a lipophilic hydrogen bond donor. Additionally, it is used in the synthesis of agrochemical intermediates and fluorinated fine chemicals. The compound is stable under standard storage conditions but should be handled with care due to its potential irritant properties. Its role as a practical and efficient difluoromethylating agent makes it a staple in both academic research and industrial process development.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 196-198 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 119.2 °C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 25.9 °C

Analytical Data

Appearance: white to off-white powder