Description

(4-Chlorobutyl)(4-Fluorobutyl) Ether is a specialized bifunctional ether compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both chloro and fluoro alkyl chains, makes it a valuable versatile building block for the development of complex molecules and functional materials. This chemical is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers and agrochemical developers seeking to introduce specific halogenated motifs into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated ether linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the chloro and fluoro groups enhance biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a building block for creating fluorinated and chlorinated components in advanced electronic display materials.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional side chains into polymers, altering properties like solubility, stability, and reactivity.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) as an alkylating agent with dual functionality.
• Surface Active Agent Precursor: Can be modified to create specialized surfactants or coatings with unique hydrophobic/hydrophilic characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Chlorobutyl)(4-Fluorobutyl) Ether
CAS No.	593-22-6
Molecular Formula	C8H16ClFO
Molecular Weight	182.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-4-(4-fluorobutoxy)butane; 4-Chlorobutyl 4-fluorobutyl ether; Butane, 1-chloro-4-(4-fluorobutoxy)-; 4-Fluorobutyl 4-chlorobutyl ether; 1-Fluoro-4-(4-chlorobutoxy)butane; Chlorofluorobutyl Ether; Bis(4-halobutyl) Ether
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Quality Control

Our (4-Chlorobutyl)(4-Fluorobutyl) Ether is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC/HPLC purity analysis and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting R&D and pilot-scale requirements. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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