Description

1,12-Difluorododecane is a linear aliphatic compound featuring terminal fluorine atoms, serving as a versatile fluorinated building block. This high-purity intermediate is critical for introducing hydrophobic and lipophilic fluorocarbon segments into advanced materials. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring modified surface properties and chemical stability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates and bioactive molecules to enhance metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with improved environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Fluorinated Surfactants & Polymers: Acts as a monomer or chain extender for producing specialty polymers, coatings, and surfactants with oil- and water-repellent characteristics.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for advanced display and electronic applications.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to fluorinate surfaces, imparting low surface energy properties critical for anti-fouling, anti-icing, and easy-clean coatings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex fluorinated architectures in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,12-Difluorododecane
CAS No.	353-30-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₄F₂
Molecular Weight	206.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecane, 1,12-difluoro-; 1,12-Difluorododecane; 1,12-Bis(fluoro)dodecane; α,ω-Difluorododecane; Dodecamethylene difluoride; 1,12-Difluoro-n-dodecane; Perfluorododecane (incorrect but common search term); FC-12 (industry abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Our 1,12-Difluorododecane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can provide material tailored to specific research or cGMP guidelines upon request.

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 oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~0.89 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.42

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