Description

2,4-Hexanedione,1,1,1,3-Tetrafluoro-5-Methyl-(9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated diketone compound. This chemical is valued for its unique molecular structure, which incorporates fluorine atoms to impart specific reactivity and physical properties critical for advanced synthesis. It serves as a key building block or intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise fluorination is required to modify compound characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to enhance metabolic stability, bioavailability, or membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, leveraging fluorine's ability to increase biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Advanced Material Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and coatings with unique thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules, particularly in reactions where a fluorinated β-diketone moiety is needed.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of fluorinated ligands for metal complexes used in catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Hexanedione,1,1,1,3-Tetrafluoro-5-Methyl-(9Ci)
CAS No.	515845-03-1
Molecular Formula	C7H8F4O2
Molecular Weight	200.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1,3-Tetrafluoro-5-methylhexane-2,4-dione; 5-Methyl-1,1,1,3-tetrafluorohexane-2,4-dione; 1,1,1,3-Tetrafluoro-5-methyl-2,4-hexanedione; Fluorinated hexanedione derivative; Tetrafluoromethylated diketone; HFHD (Hexafluorohexanedione derivative); CAS 515845-03-1
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,4-Hexanedione,1,1,1,3-Tetrafluoro-5-Methyl-(9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to verify identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 bases and fluorides. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.