Description

1,2-Bis(Phenyl)-1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoroethane is a specialized fluorinated organic compound, also known by its CAS number 425-32-1. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced synthesis, prized for its unique combination of aromatic and perfluoroalkyl structural elements. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

This fluorinated biphenyl derivative finds utility in several high-value industrial and research applications:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly where fluorination is employed to modulate bioavailability, metabolic stability, and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in creating advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core building block for fluorinated mesogens and charge-transport materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Incorporated to impart specific properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, or low surface energy into specialty polymers and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a ligand or a unique substrate in cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes in academic and industrial research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Bis(Phenyl)-1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoroethane
CAS No.	425-32-1
Molecular Formula	C14H10F4
Molecular Weight	254.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Diphenyl-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane; 1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoro-1,2-diphenylethane; Perfluoro-1,2-diphenylethane; α,α,β,β-Tetrafluorobibenzyl; Bibenzyl, α,α,β,β-tetrafluoro-; NSC 92439; DFBP; Tetrafluorodiphenylethane
EINECS	207-048-3

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Bis(Phenyl)-1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoroethane is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key specifications are provided to guarantee the material meets your research or production requirements. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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