Description

1,1,3,3-Tetrafluorodimethyl Ether is a fluorinated ether compound with the CAS number 1691-17-4, valued for its unique properties as a specialty chemical intermediate. Its primary commercial significance lies in its role as a precursor or building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers operating in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key fluorinated building block for creating complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Specialty Solvent: Potential use as a high-performance solvent in specialized applications requiring low boiling points and specific solvation properties.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Research: Investigated as a component in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerant blends and aerosol propellants.
• Electrolyte Additive: Explored for use as an additive in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to enhance stability and performance.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce fluorine into polymer chains, modifying surface properties, chemical resistance, and thermal stability.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying fluorination reactions and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,1,3,3-Tetrafluorodimethyl Ether
CAS No.	1691-17-4
Molecular Formula	C3H4F4O
Molecular Weight	132.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(fluoromethyl) ether, 1,1,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1,3-dimethoxypropane, 1,1,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1,3-dimethoxy-propane, 1,1,3,3-Tetrafluorodimethyl ether, 1,1,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1,3-dimethoxypropane, 1,1,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1,3-dimethoxy-propane, 1,1,3,3-Tetrafluorodimethyl ether, 1,1,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1,3-dimethoxypropane
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,3,3-Tetrafluorodimethyl Ether is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flames. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize vapor pressure and maintain stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~1.3 g/mL
Boiling Point	~40-45°C

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