Description

1,3-Dioxolan-2-One, 4,5-Difluoro- is a high-purity fluorinated cyclic carbonate, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique structure, which incorporates fluorine atoms to impart desirable properties like enhanced stability and reactivity in target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms can improve metabolic stability and biological activity.
• Electrolyte Additive for Lithium-Ion Batteries: Serves as a functional component in advanced electrolyte formulations to enhance battery performance and cycle life.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for producing specialty fluorinated polymers with unique thermal and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various fluorination reactions and as a protected form of a vicinal diol in complex multi-step syntheses.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for developing new fluorinated materials with specific dielectric or surface properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dioxolan-2-One, 4,5-Difluoro-
CAS No.	171730-81-7
Molecular Formula	C3H2F2O3
Molecular Weight	124.04 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Difluoro-1,3-dioxolan-2-one; 4,5-Difluoro-2-oxo-1,3-dioxolane; cis-4,5-Difluoro-1,3-dioxolan-2-one; Fluorinated Ethylene Carbonate (FEC) derivative; 4,5-Difluorodioxolanone; DFEC; 4,5-DFEC
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dioxolan-2-One, 4,5-Difluoro- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere if prolonged storage is required to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.5 g/cm³

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