Description

5-Hexen-2-One, 3,3-Difluoro-4,4-Dimethyl- is a specialized fluorinated ketone building block with a reactive terminal alkene group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material chemists for constructing novel compounds, including potential active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the difluoromethyl and alkene groups contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and fluorinated materials with unique surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cycloaddition reactions, nucleophilic additions, and other transformations to create complex molecular architectures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing novel chelating agents or organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Acts as a model compound for investigating the reactivity and effects of gem-difluoro groups adjacent to carbonyl functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hexen-2-One, 3,3-Difluoro-4,4-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	350496-21-8
Molecular Formula	C8H12F2O
Molecular Weight	162.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Difluoro-4,4-dimethyl-5-hexen-2-one; 4,4-Dimethyl-3,3-difluoro-5-hexen-2-one; 5-Hexen-2-one, 3,3-difluoro-4,4-dimethyl-; 3,3-Difluoro-4,4-dimethylhex-5-en-2-one
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch of 5-Hexen-2-One, 3,3-Difluoro-4,4-Dimethyl- is characterized using advanced analytical techniques to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for extended stability, though short-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) is acceptable.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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