Description

Chlorofluoromethyl Radical CAS NO 33272-71-8 is a highly reactive gaseous intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a key building block for introducing the chlorofluoromethyl functional group into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who are developing novel compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and surface-modifying agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a radical source or electrophile in complex organic transformations and fluorination reactions.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Potential use as a precursor gas for depositing thin films containing fluorine and chlorine.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chlorofluoromethyl Radical
CAS No.	33272-71-8
Molecular Formula	CHClF
Molecular Weight	66.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Chlorofluoromethyl; Chloro(fluoro)methyl; Chlorofluoromethane Radical; Monochlorofluoromethyl Radical; CHFCl Radical; Radical, chlorofluoromethyl; FC1(Cl)H; (Chlorofluoranyl)methyl
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Quality Control

Our Chlorofluoromethyl Radical is produced and handled under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high reactivity. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including gas chromatography and spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and identity is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Due to its highly volatile and gaseous nature, this product is typically generated in situ for immediate use in synthesis. When stored, it must be preserved under specific conditions. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a tightly sealed, pressure-rated container designed for gases. Keep the container in a cool, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources and incompatible materials. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete handling and storage instructions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Gas)	Colorless
Identification (IR / MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95% (Typical)
Major Impurities (GC)	Identified and controlled

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