Description

1,10-Difluorodecane is a linear aliphatic compound featuring terminal fluorine atoms, serving as a versatile fluorinated building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure provides valuable properties for modifying material characteristics and enhancing molecular stability. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to incorporate fluorinated segments.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs to modulate lipophilicity and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for creating fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where fluorine atoms can improve biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a fluorinated spacer or side-chain component in the development of advanced display and electronic materials.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to impart hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to polymers, coatings, and textiles.
• Fluorinated Surfactant Precursor: Used in the manufacture of specialty surfactants and emulsifiers for demanding industrial applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A valuable reagent for nucleophilic substitution and elongation reactions to create longer-chain fluorocarbons.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,10-Difluorodecane
CAS No.	334-63-4
Molecular Formula	C10H20F2
Molecular Weight	178.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Decane, 1,10-difluoro-; 1,10-Difluorodecane; 1,10-Bis(fluoranyl)decane; Difluorodecane; α,ω-Difluorodecane; 1,10-Fluorodecane; FC-10-2; DFDecane
EINECS	206-371-7

Quality Control

Our 1,10-Difluorodecane is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reactive metals. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.405 - 1.415

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