Description

2,2-Dichloro-1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropane is a halogenated alkane characterized by its high volatility and stability. This compound is a valuable intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced chemical synthesis, offering unique reactivity due to its fluorine and chlorine substituents. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for processes requiring a selective fluorination source or an inert, high-performance reaction medium.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the introduction of fluorine atoms improves product efficacy and environmental profile.
• Specialty Solvent: Acts as a high-performance solvent for sensitive reactions, polymer processing, or precision cleaning applications where low reactivity and high volatility are required.
• Fluorination Agent: Employed as a source of fluorine in organic synthesis to introduce fluorine atoms into target molecules under controlled conditions.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Research: Investigated as a component or precursor in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerants and aerosol propellants.
• Electronic Chemicals: Used in the formulation of specialty fluids for electronics manufacturing, such as heat transfer fluids or deposition process aids.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,2-Dichloro-1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropane
CAS No.	1652-80-8
Molecular Formula	C3Cl2F6
Molecular Weight	220.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2,2-dichloropropane; HCFC-216aa; Freon 216aa; Propane, 2,2-dichloro-1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoro-; R-216aa; 2,2-Dichlorohexafluoropropane; Dichlorohexafluoropropane
EINECS	216-757-1

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,2-Dichloro-1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropane is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and customer-specific requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as determined by GC, GC-MS, and NMR, is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct heat and ignition sources. Due to its high volatility, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use. Keep away from strong bases and reactive metals. Recommended storage temperature: 2°C to 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, Colourless Liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Reference Standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05 %
Non-Volatile Residue	≤ 0.01 %
Acidity (as HCl)	≤ 0.001 %

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