Description

1,1,1,3,3,4,4,4-Octafluoro-2-Butanol is a highly fluorinated alcohol derivative, a key intermediate prized for its unique combination of fluorine's inertness and an alcohol's reactivity. This compound is essential for introducing fluorinated moieties into target molecules, significantly altering their physical and chemical properties. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates to enhance metabolic stability, bioavailability, and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating advanced, more potent, and environmentally persistent pesticides and herbicides.
• Fluorinated Polymer Production: A key monomer or modifier in the manufacture of specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to surfaces in coatings and textile treatments.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve safety and performance at high voltages.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various fluorination reactions and as a precursor for other complex fluorinated compounds in R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1,3,3,4,4,4-Octafluoro-2-Butanol
CAS No.	127256-73-9
Molecular Formula	C4H2F8O
Molecular Weight	218.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Octafluoro-2-butanol; 2-Butanol, 1,1,1,3,3,4,4,4-octafluoro-; 1H,1H,3H-Perfluorobutan-2-ol; 1,1,1,3,3,4,4,4-Octafluorobutan-2-ol; Perfluorinated butanol derivative; OFB; 4:2 FTOH (structural analog class)
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,1,3,3,4,4,4-Octafluoro-2-Butanol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support custom synthesis and can tailor purity grades to meet specific R&D or cGMP requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.65 g/mL
Boiling Point	~110-115°C

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