Description

2,4-Pentanedione, 1,3-Difluoro-3-Methyl- is a specialized fluorinated diketone derivative, identified by CAS No. 161531-53-9. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which incorporates fluorine atoms to modify reactivity and physical properties, making it a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key fluorinated synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly where fluorine substitution is used to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the difluoro-methyl group can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for developing specialty polymers, coatings, and fluorinated materials with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecules, leveraging the reactivity of the diketone and fluorine groups for selective transformations.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design of novel chelating ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Pentanedione, 1,3-Difluoro-3-Methyl-
CAS No.	161531-53-9
Molecular Formula	C6H8F2O2
Molecular Weight	150.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Difluoro-3-methylpentane-2,4-dione; 3-Methyl-1,3-difluoropentane-2,4-dione; 1,3-Difluoro-3-methyl-2,4-pentanedione; Difluoromethyl acetylacetone derivative; Fluorinated acetylacetone; 3-Methyl-1,3-difluoroacetylacetone
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Pentanedione, 1,3-Difluoro-3-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and scale-up applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.430
Density (20°C)	1.15 - 1.25 g/mL

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