Description

2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-7,7,8,8-tetracyanoquinodimethane is a highly fluorinated derivative of the well-known organic semiconductor tetracyanoquinodimethane (TCNQ). This compound matters for its exceptional electron-accepting properties, making it a critical component in the development of advanced organic electronic materials. Industries involved in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs), organic photovoltaics (OPVs), and molecular electronics require this high-purity material for research and development.

Application

• As a key n-type semiconductor material in organic thin-film transistors (OTFTs) and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• As an electron acceptor in the active layer of organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells and solar panels.
• In the synthesis of charge-transfer complexes and conductive salts for molecular electronics research.
• As a dopant or component in electroluminescent materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• For fundamental research in organic spintronics and magnetoresistance devices.
• In the development of advanced chemical sensors due to its redox-active properties.
• As a precursor for creating self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) with specific electronic functions on surfaces.
• In academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic electronic device architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-7,7,8,8-tetracyanoquinodimethane
CAS No.	29261-33-4
Molecular Formula	C12F4N4
Molecular Weight	276.16 g/mol
Synonyms	F4-TCNQ; Tetrafluoro-TCNQ; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-7,7,8,8-tetracyano-p-quinodimethane; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorotetracyanoquinodimethane; F4TCNQ; TCNQF4; F4-TCNQ; 7,7,8,8-Tetracyano-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoroquinodimethane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-7,7,8,8-tetracyanoquinodimethane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, which is critical for electronic performance. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under inert atmosphere when possible to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and fluorides.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Elemental Analysis (C, H, N)	Within theoretical limits
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., acetonitrile, DCM)

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