Description

Poly(Difluoromethylene), .Alpha.-(2,2-Dichloro-2-Fluoroethyl)-.Omega.-Hydro- is a specialized fluorinated organic compound characterized by its unique difluoromethylene backbone and terminal functional groups. This chemical is significant for its role as a key intermediate and building block in advanced synthetic chemistry, particularly where the introduction of fluorine atoms is required to modify material properties. It is primarily needed by research and development teams, as well as production chemists, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for creating novel molecules with enhanced stability, bioavailability, or surface activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for fluorinated drug candidates targeting metabolic diseases and central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing novel herbicides and pesticides, where fluorine incorporation improves lipophilicity and environmental stability.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the production of fluoropolymers and specialty coatings, imparting oil, water, and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for high-performance display and electronic applications.
• Surface Active Agent Precursor: Utilized to synthesize fluorinated surfactants and leveling agents for demanding industrial formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile handle for nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions in complex molecule construction for research purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Poly(Difluoromethylene), .Alpha.-(2,2-Dichloro-2-Fluoroethyl)-.Omega.-Hydro-
CAS No.	163440-89-9
Molecular Formula	C3H3Cl2F3O
Molecular Weight	198.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dichloro-2-fluoroethyl .omega.-hydro-poly(difluoromethylene); 1,1-Dichloro-1-fluoro-2-(poly(difluoromethylene)oxy)ethane; Poly(difluoromethylene) .alpha.-(2,2-dichloro-2-fluoroethyl) .omega.-hydro-; Fluorinated polyether derivative; Telomer B alcohol derivative; 2-(Poly(difluoromethylene)oxy)-1,1-dichloro-1-fluoroethane; FTOH derivative (Chlorinated); HCFC-141b related polyfluoroether
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Quality Control

Our production of Poly(Difluoromethylene), .Alpha.-(2,2-Dichloro-2-Fluoroethyl)-.Omega.-Hydro- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical parameters are generated and available for review and regulatory submission. We support compliance with relevant frameworks for research and industrial use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is sensitive to fluoride/strong alkali. Keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.5 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.35

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