Description

1,1,1-Trifluorobutane is a specialized fluorinated hydrocarbon solvent with unique physical and chemical properties. This compound is valued for its high volatility and solvency power, making it an effective and selective medium for demanding industrial processes. It serves as a critical intermediate and processing aid in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where its fluorinated structure imparts distinct advantages over conventional solvents.

Application

• Specialty Cleaning Agent: Used in precision cleaning applications for electronics and optical components due to its high volatility and solvency for organic residues.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex fluorinated compounds for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Reaction Solvent: Employed as a solvent in fluorination reactions and other processes requiring an inert, non-polar medium with unique solvation properties.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Formulation: Acts as a component in specialty refrigerant blends and aerosol propellants where specific thermodynamic properties are required.
• Extraction Medium: Utilized in the extraction of sensitive natural products or in analytical chemistry due to its selective solvency.
• Carrier Fluid: Functions as a carrier in deposition processes and in the formulation of specialty coatings and lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1-Trifluorobutane
CAS No.	460-34-4
Molecular Formula	C4H7F3
Molecular Weight	112.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Butane, 1,1,1-trifluoro-; Trifluorobutane; 1,1,1-Trifluoro-n-butane; FC-356mff; HFC-356mff; R-356mff; Freon 356; Perfluoropropylmethane (incorrect but common trade association)
EINECS	207-320-7

Quality Control

Our 1,1,1-Trifluorobutane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee supply reliability and product consistency.

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 acids and strong bases. Due to its high volatility, ensure containers are properly sealed. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 10 ppm
Non-volatile residue	≤ 0.001%
Boiling Point	Approx. 44-46 °C
Density at 20°C	Approx. 1.15 g/mL

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