Description

Benzene, 1-Methyl-4-(1,1,2,2,2-Pentafluoroethyl)- CAS NO 117081-46-6 is a specialized fluorinated aromatic compound, distinguished by its unique pentafluoroethyl substituent. This structure imparts valuable properties such as enhanced chemical stability and specific electronic characteristics, making it a critical advanced intermediate for high-value synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving dielectric anisotropy and thermal stability.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart oil-repellency, chemical resistance, and low surface energy properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial research as a versatile reagent for introducing the pentafluoroethyl group into complex molecular architectures.
• Fluorinated Surfactant Precursor: Used in the manufacture of high-performance surfactants and surface treatment agents for demanding industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1-Methyl-4-(1,1,2,2,2-Pentafluoroethyl)-
CAS No.	117081-46-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7F5
Molecular Weight	210.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-4-(pentafluoroethyl)benzene; p-(Pentafluoroethyl)toluene; 4-Methyl-1-(pentafluoroethyl)benzene; α,α,α,α',α'-Pentafluoro-p-xylene; 1-Pentafluoroethyl-4-methylbenzene; 4-(Pentafluoroethyl)toluene; p-Methyl-α,α,α,α',α'-pentafluoroethylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzene, 1-Methyl-4-(1,1,2,2,2-Pentafluoroethyl)- adheres to a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency essential for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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