Description

Difluoroiodomethane is a versatile fluorinated iodomethane derivative with the CAS registry number 1493-03-4. This compound serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its ability to introduce difluoromethyl and iodine functional groups in a single step. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced biological activity and stability.
• Material Science: Building block for fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and radical reactions to incorporate the CF2I moiety.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: Essential reagent in academic and industrial labs exploring new fluorination methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Difluoroiodomethane
CAS No.	1493-03-4
Molecular Formula	CHF2I
Molecular Weight	177.93 g/mol
Synonyms	Difluoromethyl iodide; Iododifluoromethane; Fluorocarbon 12I1; Difluoro(iodo)methane; Freon 12I1; Halon 1211 (Note: Halon 1211 typically refers to Bromochlorodifluoromethane, but this is a related iodinated analog); CHF2I; Monoiododifluoromethane
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Quality Control

Our Difluoroiodomethane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its light-sensitive and highly volatile nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~2.4 g/mL
Boiling Point	~45-47°C

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