Description

3,3-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)-4,4,4-Trifluorobutan-1-Ol is a highly fluorinated primary alcohol characterized by its unique trifluoromethyl-rich structure. This compound is valued for its ability to impart exceptional chemical stability, hydrophobicity, and specific electronic properties to advanced materials. It serves as a critical building block for researchers and manufacturers in high-tech sectors, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. The compound's distinct fluorinated backbone makes it an essential intermediate for synthesizing novel compounds with tailored performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where fluorine substitution is required to enhance metabolic stability, bioavailability, or membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create fluorinated polymers, coatings, and elastomers with superior chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Utilized in the development of fluorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) due to its dielectric properties.
• Surface Modification & Additives: Acts as a precursor for surfactants or surface treatment agents that provide oil, water, and stain repellency.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a versatile fluorinated synthon in complex organic transformations and as a ligand precursor in catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)-4,4,4-Trifluorobutan-1-Ol
CAS No.	14115-49-2
Molecular Formula	C6H4F9O
Molecular Weight	248.08 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4,4-Trifluoro-3,3-bis(trifluoromethyl)butan-1-ol; 1H,1H,5H-Octafluoro-3,3-bis(trifluoromethyl)pentan-1-ol; 3,3-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-4,4,4-trifluorobutanol; 4,4,4-Trifluoro-3,3-bis(trifluoromethyl)-1-butanol; Perfluoro-tert-butyl ethanol; (3,3-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-4,4,4-trifluorobutyl) alcohol
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Quality Control

Our production of 3,3-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)-4,4,4-Trifluorobutan-1-Ol adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are provided with each shipment. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH, and can tailor quality specifications to meet specific customer or pharmacopeial requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.320 - 1.340
Density (20°C)	1.60 - 1.70 g/mL

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