Description

1,4,7,7,8,8-Hexafluoro-2,3-Bis(trifluoromethyl)bicyclo[2.2.2]octa-2,5-diene is a highly fluorinated, specialty bicyclic organic compound characterized by its unique perfluoroalkyl-substituted structure. This compound matters as a critical advanced fluorinated intermediate and building block for synthesizing novel materials with exceptional chemical and thermal stability. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing new active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key fluorinated synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly where enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity are required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel, potent active ingredients for crop protection agents, leveraging the fluorine atoms to improve biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Advanced Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty fluoropolymers with superior chemical resistance, low surface energy, and high thermal stability.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and dielectric materials due to its electronic properties and stability.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Utilized as a precursor for designing novel fluorinated ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and demanding chemical processes.
• Surface Modification & Coatings: Provides a source of highly hydrophobic and oleophobic perfluoroalkyl groups for surface functionalization and high-performance coating formulations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,4,7,7,8,8-Hexafluoro-2,3-Bis(trifluoromethyl)bicyclo[2.2.2]octa-2,5-diene
CAS No.	31600-00-7
Molecular Formula	C10H2F12
Molecular Weight	350.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexafluorodimethylbicyclooctadiene; 1,4,7,7,8,8-Hexafluoro-2,3-bis(trifluoromethyl)bicyclo[2.2.2]octa-2,5-diene; Perfluoro-2,3-dimethylbicyclo[2.2.2]octa-2,5-diene; 2,3-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-1,4,7,7,8,8-hexafluorobicyclo[2.2.2]octa-2,5-diene; F6-Dimethyl-BCOD; Highly Fluorinated BCOD Derivative
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Quality Control

Our 1,4,7,7,8,8-Hexafluoro-2,3-Bis(trifluoromethyl)bicyclo[2.2.2]octa-2,5-diene is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data (including GC, HPLC, NMR, and IR) are provided for full traceability and quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is sensitive to strong bases and fluorides; keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure (¹⁹F & ¹H NMR)
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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