Description

1,1,2-Tribromo-1-(Nonafluorobutyl)Ethane is a specialized fluorinated and brominated organic compound that serves as a high-value intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both perfluorobutyl and tribromomethyl groups, makes it a critical building block for introducing specific functionalities into target molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs to enhance metabolic stability, bioavailability, and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for developing advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine and bromine atoms contribute to biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating fluoropolymers with unique surface properties, chemical resistance, and thermal stability.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Employed in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals and electronic grade chemicals for display and semiconductor industries.
• Flame Retardant Formulations: The high bromine content makes it a potential component in specialized, high-performance flame retardant systems.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research for constructing complex molecules and exploring new catalytic transformations involving C-F and C-Br bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,2-Tribromo-1-(Nonafluorobutyl)Ethane
CAS No.	59665-24-6
Molecular Formula	C6H2Br3F9
Molecular Weight	487.79 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Nonafluorobutyl)-1,1,2-tribromoethane; 1,1,2-Tribromo-1-(perfluorobutyl)ethane; Ethane, 1,1,2-tribromo-1-(nonafluorobutyl)-; 1,1,2-Tribromo-1-(1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluorobutyl)ethane; Tribromo(nonafluorobutyl)ethane; C6H2Br3F9; Perfluorobutyltribromoethane
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1,1,2-Tribromo-1-(Nonafluorobutyl)Ethane is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the precise requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere if prolonged storage is required to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~2.2 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.42

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