Description

1-(1,1-Difluoroethyl)-4-Propyl-Benzene is a specialized fluorinated aromatic compound, identified by CAS number 1186195-15-2. This high-value intermediate is critical for its role in introducing the difluoroethyl moiety into complex molecular architectures, enabling precise tuning of physical and chemical properties. It is primarily sought by R&D and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for applications in medicinal chemistry and functional polymer synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced pesticides and herbicides where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity, stability, and membrane permeability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display technologies, improving dielectric anisotropy and device performance.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart unique properties such as increased chemical resistance, altered surface energy, and enhanced thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as a scaffold for constructing more complex, fluorinated organic molecules in academic and industrial research.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-(1,1-Difluoroethyl)-4-Propyl-Benzene
CAS No.	1186195-15-2
Molecular Formula	C11H14F2
Molecular Weight	184.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Propyl-α,α-difluoroethylbenzene; 1-(4-Propylphenyl)-1,1-difluoroethane; p-Propyl-α,α-difluoroethylbenzene; (1,1-Difluoroethyl)-4-propylbenzene; 1,1-Difluoro-1-(4-propylphenyl)ethane; Difluoro(4-propylphenyl)ethane
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(1,1-Difluoroethyl)-4-Propyl-Benzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, supporting your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is sensitive to strong alkalis and fluorides; keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0% Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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