Description

1-Bromo-2,2-Dimethyl-3,3,3-Trifluoropropane is a specialized fluorinated organic bromide building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, combining a reactive bromine atom with a trifluoromethyl group, makes it a valuable precursor for introducing fluorinated moieties into target molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging the metabolic stability and lipophilicity imparted by the trifluoromethyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where fluorination enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals with tailored surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or a source of the -CF3 group in nucleophilic substitution and cross-coupling reactions for fine chemical manufacturing.
• Electrolyte Additive Research: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve stability and performance at high voltages.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2,2-Dimethyl-3,3,3-Trifluoropropane
CAS No.	1447671-73-9
Molecular Formula	C5H8BrF3
Molecular Weight	205.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethyl-3,3,3-trifluoropropyl bromide; 3-Bromo-1,1,1-trifluoro-2,2-dimethylpropane; 2,2-Dimethyl-3,3,3-trifluoro-1-bromopropane; 1-Bromo-2,2-dimethyl-3,3,3-trifluoropropane; (3-Bromo-2,2-dimethylpropyl)trifluoromethane; Trifluoro-tert-butyl bromide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2,2-Dimethyl-3,3,3-Trifluoropropane is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles against agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for quality assurance in our production processes.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.5 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.38

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