Description

1-Chloro-2-Ethoxy-1,2-Difluoroethene is a versatile fluorinated organic intermediate characterized by its unique halogenated and ether-functionalized alkene structure. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex fluorinated molecules, offering chemists a reactive handle for introducing difluoroalkene and ethoxy functionalities. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing fluorinated motifs to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the difluoroethene unit can improve biological activity and environmental profile.
• Fluorinated Monomer: Acts as a precursor for specialty polymers and coatings, imparting desirable properties such as chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules via reactions like cycloadditions or nucleophilic substitutions at the halogen sites.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Potential use in the synthesis of fluorinated components for display technologies and electronic chemicals due to its specific polarity and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-2-Ethoxy-1,2-Difluoroethene
CAS No.	401-54-7
Molecular Formula	C4H5ClF2O
Molecular Weight	142.53 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-ethoxy-1,2-difluoroethylene; 2-Chloro-1-ethoxy-1,2-difluoroethene; Ethyl 1-chloro-2,2-difluorovinyl ether; 1-Chloro-1,2-difluoro-2-ethoxyethene; Chloroethoxy-difluoroethene; 401-54-7; NSC 88266
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-2-Ethoxy-1,2-Difluoroethene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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