Description

2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-One, 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro- is a highly fluorinated derivative of benzoquinone, a key structural motif in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and reactive building block, enabling the introduction of fluorine atoms and quinone functionality into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, potentially improving metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to develop novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Fluorination Reagent: Employed as a source of fluorine atoms in organic synthesis to create carbon-fluorine bonds in target molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of novel fluorinated ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-One, 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-
CAS No.	329077-69-2
Molecular Formula	C6H2F4O
Molecular Weight	166.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrafluoro-1,4-benzoquinone; Tetrafluoro-p-benzoquinone; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorocyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione; Perfluoro-1,4-benzoquinone; F4-Benzoquinone; TFQ; Tetrafluorobenzoquinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to strict in-process controls and utilize advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry inert atmosphere to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.