Description

2-Fluoro-2,2-Dinitroethyl 4-Fluoro-4,4-Dinitrobutyrate is a specialized fluorinated dinitro compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This high-energy material is valued for its unique reactivity profile, making it a critical intermediate for the development of novel energetic materials and specialty polymers. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories and manufacturers in the defense, aerospace, and high-performance materials sectors for applications requiring tailored energetic properties.

Application

• Energetic Materials Synthesis: A key fluorinated intermediate in the research and production of advanced explosives, propellants, and pyrotechnic compositions.
• Specialty Polymer Development: Used in the synthesis of high-performance, thermally stable polymers and binders for demanding industrial applications.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves as a building block for introducing fluorinated dinitro motifs into complex molecules in life science research.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships in fluorinated high-energy compounds.
• Rocket Propellant Formulations: Investigated for use as an energetic plasticizer or additive in solid rocket fuel formulations to modify burn rates and performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-2,2-Dinitroethyl 4-Fluoro-4,4-Dinitrobutyrate
CAS No.	15957-54-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6F2N4O10
Molecular Weight	308.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dinitro-2-fluoroethyl 4,4-dinitro-4-fluorobutanoate; 4-Fluoro-4,4-dinitrobutyric Acid 2-Fluoro-2,2-dinitroethyl Ester; FDNPB; 2-Fluoro-2,2-dinitroethanol 4-fluoro-4,4-dinitrobutyrate; Bis(fluorodinitroalkyl) Ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Fluoro-2,2-Dinitroethyl 4-Fluoro-4,4-Dinitrobutyrate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for sensitive applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.65 g/cm³

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