Description

Tetrafluorosuccinimide CAS NO 377-33-3 is a high-purity fluorinated organic compound, a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a succinimide core with four fluorine atoms, makes it an essential reagent for introducing fluorinated moieties, which are critical for modifying the physical and biological properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), enhancing metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create advanced fluorinated herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, improving their efficacy and environmental profile.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty fluoropolymers, imparting unique properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, and low surface energy.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of fluorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and dielectric materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for nucleophilic substitution and other fluorination reactions in complex organic synthesis.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in medicinal chemistry and material science R&D for exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) and new fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrafluorosuccinimide
CAS No.	377-33-3
Molecular Formula	C4HF4NO2
Molecular Weight	171.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorosuccinimide; 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1H-pyrrole-1,5(2H,3H)-dione; 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluorosuccinimide; Succinimide, 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-; Tetrafluorosuccinic imide; NSC 5181
EINECS	206-817-1

Quality Control

Our Tetrafluorosuccinimide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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