Description

Hexafluoroacetone Imine is a highly reactive and versatile fluorinated building block used in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in introducing the hexafluoroacetone moiety into target molecules, imparting unique properties such as enhanced stability, lipophilicity, and electronic effects. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors who require sophisticated intermediates for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where fluorine atoms can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create advanced fluorinated herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the development of high-performance fluoropolymers with exceptional chemical and thermal resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent for introducing the -C(CF3)2- group in complex molecule construction, facilitating novel reaction pathways.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to create low-surface-energy coatings with water- and oil-repellent properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexafluoroacetone Imine
CAS No.	1645-75-6
Molecular Formula	C3HF6N
Molecular Weight	165.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2-propanimine; (Hexafluoropropan-2-ylidene)amine; Hexafluoroisopropylideneimine; HFA Imine; 2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)azomethine; Perfluoroacetone Imine; 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoroacetone Imine
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Quality Control

Our Hexafluoroacetone Imine is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place, preferably at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture ingress and degradation. Isolate from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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