Description

1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)-5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Hexanediol is a high-value, specialty fluorinated diol building block. This compound is critical for synthesizing advanced materials that require exceptional chemical resistance, thermal stability, and unique surface properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance fluoropolymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for introducing the hexafluoroisopropanol (HFIP) moiety into drug candidates, enhancing their metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorinated groups improve weatherfastness and biological activity.
• Advanced Polymer Monomer: A crucial building block for specialty fluorinated polyurethanes, polyesters, and epoxy resins, imparting superior oil, solvent, and chemical resistance.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to create low-surface-energy coatings for textiles, electronics, and optical devices, providing water-repellent and anti-stain properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel chiral ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for developing novel fluorinated dendrimers, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)-5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Hexanediol
CAS No.	34844-46-7
Molecular Formula	C9H12F6O2
Molecular Weight	266.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5-Dimethyl-1,1,1-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-2,4-hexanediol; 2,4-Hexanediol, 1,1,1-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-5,5-dimethyl-; Hexafluorodimethylhexanediol; HFIP-Diol Derivative; 1,1,1,2,2,2-Hexafluoro-5,5-dimethyl-2,4-hexanediol (common misnomer); α,α-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-β-hydroxy-β,β-dimethylpropyl methanol; Fluorinated Diol Monomer
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)-5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Hexanediol is produced under strict quality management systems. We guarantee high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through rigorous analytical protocols including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure it meets your specific R&D or production requirements.

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). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

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

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