Description

1,1,1,4,4,4-Hexafluoro-2-Butanone is a fluorinated ketone compound of significant industrial interest. Its value lies in its unique combination of high volatility and chemical stability, making it a versatile intermediate and specialty solvent. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking high-performance fluorinated building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key fluorinated synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the introduction of fluorine atoms improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in high-value applications requiring a highly volatile, inert medium for reactions or cleaning in electronics and precision manufacturing.
• Fluoropolymer Precursor: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty fluoropolymers and coatings with superior chemical and thermal resistance.
• Refrigerant & Fire Suppressant Formulation: A potential component in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) blends due to its physical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new fluorination chemistry and material science in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1,4,4,4-Hexafluoro-2-Butanone
CAS No.	400-49-7
Molecular Formula	C4H2F6O
Molecular Weight	180.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexafluoroacetone Dimer; 1,1,1,4,4,4-Hexafluoro-2-butanone; 1,1,1,4,4,4-Hexafluorobutane-2-one; Bis(trifluoromethyl) ketone dimer; HFA Dimer; Perfluoroacetone Dimer; 2-Butanone, 1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluoro-; FC-36
EINECS	206-925-6

Quality Control

Our 1,1,1,4,4,4-Hexafluoro-2-Butanone is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, supporting compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards where required. Specifications are tailored to meet the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis.

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 upright and sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.05%

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