Description

Ethanedione, Bis(2-Fluorophenyl)- is a specialized fluorinated diketone compound with the CAS registry number 573-43-3. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of fluorinated aromatic systems. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a core structure for synthesizing electron-transport or host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Employed in the preparation of fluorinated ligands for metal complexes used in asymmetric catalysis and coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanedione, Bis(2-Fluorophenyl)-
CAS No.	573-43-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₈F₂O₂
Molecular Weight	246.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(2-fluorophenyl)ethanedione; 1,2-Bis(2-fluorophenyl)ethane-1,2-dione; 2,2'-Difluorobenzil; (2-Fluorophenyl)glyoxal dimer; Difluorobenzil; α,α'-Bis(o-fluorophenyl)-α,α'-diketobutane; o,o'-Difluorobenzil
EINECS	209-357-7

Quality Control

Our Ethanedione, Bis(2-Fluorophenyl)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
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.