Description

1,1,1,5,5,6,6,6-Octafluoro-2,4-Hexanedione (CAS No. 20825-07-4) is a highly fluorinated β-diketone, a specialized chemical building block prized for its unique combination of fluorine's properties with the versatile chelating ability of a diketone. This compound is critical for synthesizing advanced materials and metal complexes with enhanced thermal stability, chemical resistance, and specific electronic characteristics. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, specialty polymers, and advanced catalyst development sectors.

Application

• Precursor for Fluorinated Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) and Coordination Polymers: Serves as a key ligand to create porous materials with tailored surface properties for gas storage, separation, and catalysis.
• Synthesis of Fluorinated β-Diketonate Metal Complexes: Used in the production of volatile precursors for Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) of thin metal and metal oxide films, crucial for semiconductor fabrication.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to impart hydrophobicity, oleophobicity, and improved chemical resistance to high-performance polymers.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to develop novel catalysts for fluorination reactions and other specialized organic transformations.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorinated compounds and materials with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1,5,5,6,6,6-Octafluoro-2,4-Hexanedione
CAS No.	20825-07-4
Molecular Formula	C6H2F8O2
Molecular Weight	258.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Octafluorohexanedione; 1,1,1,5,5,6,6,6-Octafluorohexane-2,4-dione; 2,4-Hexanedione, 1,1,1,5,5,6,6,6-octafluoro-; FOD (common abbreviation for fluorinated diketones); Perfluoro-tert-butyl acetylacetone; H(fod); 1,1,1,5,5,6,6,6-Octafluoro-2,4-diketohexane
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,1,5,5,6,6,6-Octafluoro-2,4-Hexanedione is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by GC or HPLC), identity confirmation (by IR or NMR), and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.