Description

Tetrafluoro-1,3-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene is a highly fluorinated aromatic compound valued for its exceptional chemical and thermal stability, as well as its unique electronic properties. This specialty fluorinated intermediate is critical for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals where standard hydrocarbons fail. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced electronics sectors for applications requiring inert, high-performance building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core component or dopant in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, improving performance and stability.
• Dielectric Fluids: Employed in specialized electronic cooling and insulation applications due to its high thermal stability and low polarity.
• Lithography & Etching Gases: Investigated as a potential precursor in plasma etching processes for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel fluorinated ligands for catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into high-performance polymers to impart solvent resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and properties of perfluorinated aromatics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrafluoro-1,3-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	319-82-4
Molecular Formula	C8H2F10
Molecular Weight	300.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-2,4,5,6-tetrafluorobenzene; Perfluoro-1,3-di(trifluoromethyl)benzene; Hexafluoro-m-xylene Tetrafluoride; α,α,α,α',α',α'-Hexafluoro-2,4,5,6-tetrafluoro-m-xylene; 2,4,5,6-Tetrafluoro-1,3-bis(trifluoromethyl)benzene; FC-75 (related trade series); Perfluorinated m-Xylene Derivative
EINECS	206-280-6

Quality Control

Our Tetrafluoro-1,3-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, NMR, and FT-IR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reactive metals. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed to prevent loss and minimize vapor concentration. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.7 g/mL
Boiling Point	~120-125°C

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