Description

4-Chloro-1,1,1-Trifluorobutane is a halogenated organic compound valued for its unique combination of volatility and chemical reactivity. This makes it a versatile intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly where controlled fluorination is required. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from building block synthesis to precision cleaning.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring fluorinated or chlorinated alkyl chains to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its trifluoromethyl group enhances the biological activity and environmental persistence of the final product.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a high-volatility solvent for precision cleaning, degreasing, and in coating formulations where rapid evaporation is critical.
• Fluorochemical Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of more complex fluorinated compounds, surfactants, and polymers.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Formulation: A potential component in the development of next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerants and aerosol propellants.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in research and development for organic synthesis and as a standard in analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-1,1,1-Trifluorobutane
CAS No.	406-85-9
Molecular Formula	C4H6ClF3
Molecular Weight	146.54 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-4,4,4-trifluorobutane; 4,4,4-Trifluorobutyl chloride; Butane, 4-chloro-1,1,1-trifluoro-; 4-Chloro-1,1,1-trifluorobutane; γ-Chloro-γ,γ,γ-trifluorobutane
EINECS	206-983-7

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Chloro-1,1,1-Trifluorobutane is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards through rigorous analytical controls, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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 to prevent evaporation and concentration of vapors. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	1.25 - 1.35 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 85-90°C

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