Description

Isobutyrylfluoride is a versatile fluorinating agent and a key acyl fluoride intermediate in organic synthesis. Its high reactivity makes it a valuable building block for introducing the isobutyryl moiety into target molecules, enabling efficient production pathways. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing amide bonds and fluorinated compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require fluorinated or specific acyl group components.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the creation of specialty polymers, coatings, and fluorinated materials with enhanced properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a high-activity acylating and fluorinating agent in research laboratories and pilot-scale production for fine chemicals.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and electronic-grade chemicals for display and semiconductor applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isobutyrylfluoride
CAS No.	430-92-2
Molecular Formula	C4H7FO
Molecular Weight	90.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylpropanoyl Fluoride; Isobutyric Acid Fluoride; Isobutanoyl Fluoride; α-Methylpropionyl Fluoride; Isobutyryl Fluoride; Fluoroisobutyryl; 2-Methylpropionyl Fluoride
EINECS	207-078-6

Quality Control

Our Isobutyrylfluoride is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) or as specified for specific grades. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) and away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 0.1%

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