Description

Butanedioic Acid, Difluorooxo- is a specialized fluorinated succinic acid derivative, identified by CAS No. 2991-85-7. This high-value intermediate is critical for introducing fluorine atoms into complex molecular structures, enabling the fine-tuning of physical, chemical, and biological properties. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and advanced agrochemical sectors for synthesizing novel active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced, high-efficacy herbicides and fungicides with improved environmental profiles.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated polymers and specialty coatings that require enhanced stability and specific surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for developing new fluorination methodologies and asymmetric catalysts.
• Ligand & Chelator Development: Useful for constructing complexing agents with modified electronic properties for metal ion sequestration or catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanedioic Acid, Difluorooxo-
CAS No.	2991-85-7
Molecular Formula	C4H2F2O5
Molecular Weight	168.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Difluoromalonylacetic Acid; 2,2-Difluoro-3-oxosuccinic Acid; 2,2-Difluoro-3-oxobutanedioic Acid; Difluorooxobutanedioic Acid; Oxodifluorobutanedioic Acid; 3-Oxo-2,2-difluorobutanedioic Acid; Fluorinated Succinic Acid Derivative
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Quality Control

Our Butanedioic Acid, Difluorooxo- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing key parameters such as assay (by HPLC), identity confirmation (by IR and NMR), and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for advanced chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation and ensure long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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