Description

Ethyl 2,2-Difluorohex-3-Enoate is a high-purity fluorinated building block characterized by its reactive α,β-unsaturated ester functionality. This compound is valued for its role in introducing difluoroalkyl groups into complex molecular architectures, enabling the synthesis of novel materials and active ingredients. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical intermediates and agrochemical research sectors for developing new compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced materials with unique surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for Michael additions, cycloadditions, and other C-C bond-forming reactions to construct complex fluorinated molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & Display Technology: Potential use in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2,2-Difluorohex-3-Enoate
CAS No.	1346523-54-3
Molecular Formula	C8H12F2O2
Molecular Weight	178.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2,2-difluoro-3-hexenoate; 2,2-Difluoro-3-hexenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Hexenoic acid, 2,2-difluoro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl (E)-2,2-difluorohex-3-enoate; (E)-Ethyl 2,2-difluorohex-3-enoate; Difluorohexenoate Ester; CAS 1346523-54-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2,2-Difluorohex-3-Enoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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