A reagent to introduce CF3CH2 moiety into a molecule by nucleophilic substitution for the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and performances markets.1 Used for synthesis of trifluoroethyl benzyl sulfide,2 fluorinated aryl and vinyl ethers,3 and imidazole derivatives for the manufacture of pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment and prevention of mGluR5 receptor mediated disorders.4
1. Org. Process Res. Dev., 2006, 10, 194.
2. Can. J. Chem. 1987, 65, 2385.
3. Eur. J. Org. Chem. 2009, 3513.
4. U.S. Patent 7091222.