Description

Fluorodiiodomethane CAS NO 1493-01-2 is a halogenated methane derivative featuring both fluorine and iodine atoms, making it a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity profile, enabling precise molecular modifications in complex organic frameworks. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and cross-coupling reactions to introduce fluorine and iodine functional groups.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the research of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A critical reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and creating complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fluorodiiodomethane
CAS No.	1493-01-2
Molecular Formula	CHFI2
Molecular Weight	295.83 g/mol
Synonyms	Difluoroiodomethane (common misnomer); Methane, fluorodiiodo-; Fluorodiiodomethane; Diiodofluoromethane; CHFI2; Fluoromethane, diiodo-; Iodocarbon fluoride
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Quality Control

Our Fluorodiiodomethane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reactive metals. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~2.8 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.