Description

2-Bromo-1-Chloro-1-Iodotrifluoroethane is a specialized halogenated ethane derivative with a unique combination of bromine, chlorine, iodine, and fluorine atoms. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing trifluoroethyl groups and halogen diversity into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D and agrochemical laboratories for the development of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of fluorinated drug candidates, including potential antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the stability imparted by the fluorine atoms.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions to construct complex, multi-halogenated molecular architectures.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for developing specialty fluorinated polymers and liquid crystals with unique electronic properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in chemical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1-Chloro-1-Iodotrifluoroethane
CAS No.	354-54-1
Molecular Formula	C2HBrClF3I
Molecular Weight	315.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-2-Chloro-1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-Iodoethane; 2-Bromo-1-Chloro-1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-Iodoethane; 1-Chloro-2-Bromo-1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-Iodoethane; Bromochloroidotrifluoroethane; Trifluoro(bromochloroido)ethane; CF3CHBrClI; 354-54-1 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-1-Chloro-1-Iodotrifluoroethane is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring traceability and consistency for your critical R&D and production processes. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and highly volatile nature, containers should be kept sealed and handled in a fume hood to minimize exposure and prevent degradation or loss.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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