Description

2-Bromo-1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropane is a halogenated fluorocarbon compound, valued for its unique combination of high volatility and chemical stability. This makes it a versatile intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced chemical synthesis and materials processing. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and electronics sectors for applications requiring a reactive fluorinated building block or an inert, high-performance processing medium.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key fluorinated synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing trifluoromethyl groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the hexafluoroisopropyl moiety enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Specialty Solvent: Acts as a high-performance solvent for coatings, precision cleaning, and deposition processes in the electronics industry due to its low surface tension and high volatility.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty fluoropolymers with enhanced thermal and chemical resistance.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Formulation: Investigated for use in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) blends as a component.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in organofluorine chemistry research for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new fluorination methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Bromo-1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropane
CAS No.	2252-79-1
Molecular Formula	C3HBrF6
Molecular Weight	230.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-1,1,3,3,3-pentafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)propane; 2-Bromohexafluoropropane; Hexafluoroisopropyl bromide; Perfluoroisopropyl bromide; (Trifluoromethyl)perfluoroethyl bromide; 1-Bromo-3,3,3-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)propane; Bromoperfluoroisopropane
EINECS	218-839-6

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Bromo-1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropane adheres to a stringent quality management system. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, GC-MS, and NMR to ensure high purity and consistency. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided and traceable to each lot. We maintain full regulatory compliance for global supply, including REACH registration.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reactive metals. Due to its high volatility, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as HBr)	≤ 0.05%
Density (20°C)	1.80 - 1.85 g/mL
Boiling Point	~ 40 - 45 °C

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