Description

Hcfc-231 CAS NO 421-94-3 is a hydrochlorofluorocarbon compound primarily used as a chemical intermediate and specialty solvent. This product is valued for its specific reactivity and solvency properties in controlled industrial processes. It is typically required by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for synthesis and formulation applications.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex fluorinated and chlorinated organic compounds.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in applications requiring a highly volatile solvent with specific solvency power for resins and polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a reagent or solvent in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of pesticides and herbicides.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Blending: Acts as a component in specialized refrigerant or propellant mixtures (subject to regulatory approvals).
• Laboratory Research: Utilized as a reagent in R&D for fluorochemistry and material science.
• Polymer Processing: Can be used as a processing aid or cleaning agent for specialized polymer equipment.
• Electronics Cleaning: Applied in precision cleaning formulations for electronic components (where high volatility is beneficial).

Basic Information

Product Name	Hcfc-231
CAS No.	421-94-3
Molecular Formula	C2HCl2F3
Molecular Weight	152.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dichloro-2,2,2-trifluoroethane; HCFC-123a; R-123a; Freon 123a; 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1,1-dichloroethane; 1,1-Dichlorotrifluoroethane; Genetron 123a; FC-123a
EINECS	207-028-2

Quality Control

Our Hcfc-231 is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reactive metals. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%
Acidity (as HCl)	≤ 0.001%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.01%
Boiling Point	Approx. 28°C
Density (20°C)	Approx. 1.48 g/mL

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