Description

Tetrafluorobenzene-1,2-Diol is a fluorinated aromatic diol compound, a versatile and high-value building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both hydroxyl groups and fluorine atoms on the benzene ring, makes it a critical precursor for creating materials with enhanced thermal stability, chemical resistance, and specific electronic properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for the development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging fluorine's ability to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved efficacy and environmental persistence profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core building block for fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, enhancing electronic properties and device performance.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Incorporated into high-performance polymers, such as polyarylates and polycarbonates, to impart superior chemical resistance, low dielectric constant, and thermal stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel chelating ligands for catalysis and material science applications.
• Fluorinated Surfactant Precursor: A starting material for synthesizing specialty surfactants and surface modifiers with unique wetting and leveling properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrafluorobenzene-1,2-Diol
CAS No.	1996-23-2
Molecular Formula	C6H2F4O2
Molecular Weight	182.08 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dihydroxy-3,4,5,6-tetrafluorobenzene; 3,4,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzene-1,2-diol; 3,4,5,6-Tetrafluorocatechol; Tetrafluorocatechol; 3,4,5,6-Tetrafluoro-1,2-benzenediol; 1,2-Benzenediol, 3,4,5,6-tetrafluoro-; TFC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetrafluorobenzene-1,2-Diol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent oxidation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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