Description

Hexafluoroacetone Deuterate is a deuterated analog of hexafluoroacetone, where hydrogen atoms are replaced with deuterium, a stable isotope. This compound is valued for its utility as a specialized reagent and building block in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly where isotopic labeling is required. It serves critical roles in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for research and development, including applications in NMR spectroscopy and mechanistic studies.

Application

• Deuterated Reagent for NMR Spectroscopy: Used as a probe or internal standard in nuclear magnetic resonance studies due to its distinct isotopic signature.
• Advanced Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of deuterated drug candidates for improved metabolic stability and pharmacokinetic profiling.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the development of fluorinated and deuterated polymers with unique thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in creating isotopically labeled compounds for tracing studies and understanding environmental fate.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a versatile electrophile or precursor in complex fluoroorganic synthesis under controlled conditions.
• Isotope Labeling for Mechanistic Studies: Critical for tracking reaction pathways and intermediates in academic and industrial research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexafluoroacetone Deuterate
CAS No.	109640-39-3
Molecular Formula	C3D2F6O
Molecular Weight	168.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Deuterohexafluoroacetone; Perfluoro-2-deuterio-2-deuteriooxypropane; 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2-deuterio-2-deuteriooxypropane; Hexafluoroacetone-d2; HFA-d2; (OCD2(CF3)2); 2,2-Dideuterio-1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoropropan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our Hexafluoroacetone Deuterate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high isotopic purity and chemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated area, preferably at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. Handle and store under appropriate conditions to minimize loss and maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless liquid / gas
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC / HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Deuterium Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 98 atom % D
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.01%

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