Description

Hexafluoro-2,5-Dihydrofuran is a highly fluorinated cyclic ether compound, valued for its unique chemical structure and reactivity as a versatile fluorinated building block. This compound is essential for introducing fluorine atoms into target molecules, significantly altering their physical, chemical, and biological properties. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel fluorinated compounds with enhanced stability, lipophilicity, and bioactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Fluorinated Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or modifier for producing specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, and low surface energy.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of fluorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and dielectric fluids.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a valuable reagent in organic chemistry for constructing complex fluorinated heterocycles and facilitating specific fluorination reactions.
• Surface Modification & Coatings: Used to impart hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to surfaces in specialty coating formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexafluoro-2,5-Dihydrofuran
CAS No.	24849-02-3
Molecular Formula	C4H2F6O
Molecular Weight	180.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,3,3,4,4-Hexafluorooxolane; Perfluoro-2,5-dihydrofuran; Hexafluorodihydrofuran; 2,3,3,4,4,5-Hexafluorooxolane; 2,5-Dihydrohexafluorofuran; Furan, 2,5-dihydrohexafluoro-; 3,4,5,6,7,7-Hexafluoro-2,7-epoxy-1-oxahept-3-ene
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Quality Control

Our Hexafluoro-2,5-Dihydrofuran is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~1.55 g/mL
Boiling Point	~40-42°C

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