Description

2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropyl Iodide is a valuable fluorinated organic iodide building block, essential for introducing the tetrafluoropropyl moiety into complex molecules. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a key intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. This compound is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty materials sectors for creating novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring fluorinated side chains to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where fluorine incorporation improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A key building block for fluorinated components in display and lighting technologies, enhancing electronic properties and stability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed to create fluorinated monomers and polymers, imparting valuable characteristics like chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & R&D: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Negishi, Kumada) and nucleophilic substitutions to construct complex organic frameworks in research and development.
• Surfactant & Fluorosurfactant Production: Acts as an intermediate for manufacturing specialty surfactants with unique wetting and leveling properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropyl Iodide
CAS No.	679-87-8
Molecular Formula	C3H3F4I
Molecular Weight	257.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Iodo-2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropane; 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1-iodopropane; 3-Iodo-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoropropane; Tetrafluoropropyl iodide; Perfluoropropyl iodide (common misnomer); 1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoro-3-iodopropane; Iodotetrafluoropropane; 3-Iodoperfluoropropane
EINECS	211-687-6

Quality Control

Our 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropyl Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure it meets precise purity and consistency standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~2.1 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.