Description

1-Fluoro-4-Methyl-1,4-Diazoniabicyclo[2,2,2]Octane Bis(Tetrafluoroborate) is a specialized, high-purity fluorinating reagent and a quaternary ammonium salt derivative. This compound is valued for its role as a selective and efficient source of electrophilic fluorine in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent for the selective introduction of fluorine atoms into drug candidates, enhancing metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides to improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Advanced Material Development: Employed in the fluorination of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers to modify electronic and physical properties.
• R&D and Process Chemistry: Serves as a critical tool in laboratory-scale research and scale-up processes for novel fluorination reactions.
• Radiochemistry Precursor: Potential use as a building block or reagent in the synthesis of compounds for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging.
• Catalyst and Ligand Modification: Used to fluorinate catalysts or ligands to fine-tune their reactivity and selectivity in catalytic cycles.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Fluoro-4-Methyl-1,4-Diazoniabicyclo[2.2.2]Octane Bis(Tetrafluoroborate)
CAS No.	159269-48-4
Molecular Formula	C7H14F9N2B2
Molecular Weight	339.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Selectfluor® (Trade Name); 1-Fluoromethyl-4-fluoro-1,4-diazoniabicyclo[2.2.2]octane bis(tetrafluoroborate); F-TEDA-BF4; 1-Chloromethyl-4-fluoro-1,4-diazoniabicyclo[2.2.2]octane bis(tetrafluoroborate) (common precursor); N-Fluoromethyl-N'-fluorotriethylenediammonium bis(tetrafluoroborate); Electrophilic Fluorinating Reagent F-TEDA
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Fluoro-4-Methyl-1,4-Diazoniabicyclo[2.2.2]Octane Bis(Tetrafluoroborate) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. All materials are accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 quality management standards for pharmaceutical and industrial customers.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator or inert atmosphere to maintain purity and reactivity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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