Description

3,3'-Difluorobiphenyl is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored electronic and physical properties. This product is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, where precise fluorination is required to modulate bioactivity, stability, and material characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorine-containing drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where fluorination enhances efficacy and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core structure in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials for electronic displays.
• Polymer & Specialty Chemicals: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the creation of high-performance polymers, resins, and specialty chemicals with improved thermal and chemical resistance.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination reactions and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3'-Difluorobiphenyl
CAS No.	396-64-5
Molecular Formula	C12H8F2
Molecular Weight	190.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-Biphenyl, 3,3'-difluoro-; 3,3'-Difluoro-1,1'-biphenyl; 3-Fluorophenyl-3'-fluorobenzene; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3,3'-diol, 3,3'-difluoro-; m,m'-Difluorobiphenyl; 3,3'-Difluorodiphenyl
EINECS	206-924-8

Quality Control

Our 3,3'-Difluorobiphenyl is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for industrial and research applications.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	65 - 70 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.