2-(Trifluoromethyl)styrene (CAS 395-45-9)
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2-(Trifluoromethyl)styrene is an extremely versatile and reactive organic compound that finds widespread applications in both scientific research and industrial production. It exists as a colorless and volatile liquid. 2-(Trifluoromethyl)styrene represents a structural isomer of styrene and is alternatively known as 3,4-difluorostyrene. Its chemical structure comprises a phenyl ring combined with two trifluoromethyl substituents, featuring a double bond connecting the two carbon atoms within the ring. Due to its electron-rich structure, 2-(Trifluoromethyl)styrene is characterized by its high reactivity, enabling it to undergo diverse chemical reactions, including addition, substitution, and elimination reactions. It can also engage in polymerization and cross-linking reactions. This exceptional reactivity stems from its electron-rich configuration, rendering it an ideal substrate for numerous reaction types.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
2-(Trifluoromethyl)styrene, 1 g | sc-259402 | 1 g | $62.00 |