Description

1,1-Dibromo-3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-2-Butanone is a specialized fluorinated and brominated organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its unique reactivity profile, offering a versatile handle for introducing both fluorine and bromine functionalities into target molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting metabolic diseases and CNS disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and pesticides where the introduction of fluorine atoms enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and coatings with unique surface properties.
• Fluorination Reagent: Acts as a source of pentafluoroethyl and dibromomethyl groups in nucleophilic and electrophilic substitution reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and cyclization processes to construct complex heterocyclic frameworks.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated components for display materials and dielectric fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dibromo-3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-2-Butanone
CAS No.	203302-96-9
Molecular Formula	C4HBr2F5O
Molecular Weight	303.85 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dibromopentafluorobutane-2-one; Pentafluoro-1,1-dibromobutan-2-one; 2-Butanone, 1,1-dibromo-3,3,4,4,4-pentafluoro-; 3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-1,1-dibromobutan-2-one; 1,1-Dibromo-3,3,4,4,4-pentafluorobutan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dibromo-3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-2-Butanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use and stored away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~2.1 g/mL

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