Description

Ethyl 2,2-Difluorocyclohexanecarboxylate is a high-value fluorinated organic building block. This compound is crucial for introducing the difluorocyclohexyl moiety into target molecules, a modification that can significantly alter physical, chemical, and biological properties. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting metabolic diseases and CNS disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorinated cyclohexane ring can enhance bioavailability and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, contributing to improved performance characteristics.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Employed to incorporate fluorinated segments into specialty polymers, potentially enhancing their chemical resistance and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex, fluorinated organic molecules via ester hydrolysis, transesterification, or ring-opening reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ethyl 2,2-Difluorocyclohexanecarboxylate
CAS No.	186665-89-4
Molecular Formula	C9H14F2O2
Molecular Weight	192.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Difluorocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2,2-Difluorocyclohexane-1-carboxylate; 1-Carbethoxy-2,2-difluorocyclohexane; 186665-89-4; Ethyl difluorocyclohexanecarboxylate; Difluorocyclohexanecarboxylic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2,2-Difluorocyclohexanecarboxylate is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.15 g/cm³

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