Description

7,7-Difluorobicyclo[4.1.0]hepta-1(6),2,4-triene is a specialized fluorinated bicyclic organic compound, valued for its unique strained-ring structure and the reactivity imparted by its fluorine substituents. This compound serves as a versatile and high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing fluorinated motifs into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical innovators, and material scientists developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel fluorinated drug candidates, leveraging fluorine's ability to modulate bioavailability, metabolic stability, and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced pesticides and herbicides where the difluorocyclopropene moiety can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, or other specialty materials with tailored electronic or surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cycloaddition reactions, ring-opening polymerizations, or as a ligand precursor in organometallic chemistry due to its strained and electron-deficient alkene system.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: Serves as a model substrate for studying the reactivity of fluorinated small-ring systems and developing new fluorination methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	7,7-Difluorobicyclo[4.1.0]hepta-1(6),2,4-triene
CAS No.	18238-55-6
Molecular Formula	C7H6F2
Molecular Weight	128.12 g/mol
Synonyms	7,7-Difluoro-1,6-methylenecyclohexa-1,3,5-triene; 7,7-Difluoronorcaradiene; 3a,7a-Dihydro-1H-cyclopropa[a]pentalene, 1,1-difluoro-; Difluoronorcaradiene; Bicyclo[4.1.0]hepta-1,3,5-triene, 7,7-difluoro-; 1,1-Difluoro-3a,7a-dihydro-1H-cyclopropa[a]pentalene
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Quality Control

Our 7,7-Difluorobicyclo[4.1.0]hepta-1(6),2,4-triene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place. For long-term stability, storage at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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