Description

1,4-Bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)tetrafluorobenzene is a highly fluorinated aromatic ether compound, distinguished by its unique combination of fluorine and ether functionalities. This structure imparts exceptional chemical and thermal stability, along with specific solubility characteristics, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced performance properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs for improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor or dopant in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, contributing to improved electronic properties and device longevity.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Incorporated into high-performance polymers, such as polyimides or fluoropolymers, to enhance their thermal stability, chemical resistance, and dielectric properties.
• Surface Treatment & Coatings: Utilized in formulating advanced coatings that require low surface energy, leading to water-repellent (hydrophobic) and oil-repellent (oleophobic) surfaces.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for introducing perfluoroalkoxy groups into complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,4-Bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)tetrafluorobenzene
CAS No.	6715-31-7
Molecular Formula	C10H4F10O2
Molecular Weight	346.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluorobenzene; Pentafluorophenyl 2,2,2-trifluoroethyl ether (derivative); 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl pentafluorophenyl ether; 1,4-Di(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)tetrafluorobenzene; Benzene, 1,4-bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-; HQ-DFT; TFE-TFB
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1,4-Bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)tetrafluorobenzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and FT-IR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the exacting standards required for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from strong acids and organic solvents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended long-term storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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