Description

Dimethyl Tetrafluorosuccinate is a high-purity fluorinated ester building block with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for introducing fluorinated moieties into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing fluorinated analogs of bioactive molecules to enhance metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides where fluorine substitution improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or precursor for fluorinated polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals with unique thermal and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for di-esterification and fluorination reactions in complex molecule construction.
• Electrolyte Additive Research: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve stability and performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl Tetrafluorosuccinate
CAS No.	356-36-5
Molecular Formula	C6H6F4O4
Molecular Weight	218.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl Perfluorosuccinate; Dimethyl 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluorosuccinate; Tetrafluorosuccinic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Succinic Acid, Tetrafluoro-, Dimethyl Ester; 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluorobutanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Perfluorosuccinic Acid Dimethyl Ester; DFTS
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Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Tetrafluorosuccinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere if prolonged storage is required.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.