Description

3,3-Difluorocyclopentanone is a versatile fluorinated organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the difluoromethylene group adjacent to the carbonyl, enabling precise molecular modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a key intermediate for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting metabolic diseases and CNS disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel fluorinated ligands for catalytic systems.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable substrate for studying nucleophilic and electrophilic reactions at fluorinated carbonyl centers in academic and industrial R&D.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized in multi-step syntheses of complex fluorinated molecules for electronics and performance materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Difluorocyclopentanone
CAS No.	1215071-20-7
Molecular Formula	C5H6F2O
Molecular Weight	120.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Difluorocyclopentan-1-one; Cyclopentanone, 3,3-difluoro-; 3,3-Difluorocyclopentan-1-one; Difluorocyclopentanone; 1-Cyclopentanone, 3,3-difluoro-
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Quality Control

Our 3,3-Difluorocyclopentanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and spectroscopic identification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with lot-specific data is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential concentration changes.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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