Description

2,3,4,6-Tetrafluoropyridine is a versatile fluorinated heterocyclic building block, distinguished by its unique substitution pattern which imparts significant electronic and steric properties. This compound is highly valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate fluorine atoms for enhanced bioactivity, stability, and material performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create novel, high-performance herbicides and pesticides with improved environmental profiles and efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Imparts desirable properties like chemical resistance and low surface energy to specialty polymers and coatings.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the development of novel ligands for transition metal catalysis in fine chemical production.
• Fluorinated Surfactant Precursor: Used to synthesize surfactants with superior wetting and leveling properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,6-Tetrafluoropyridine
CAS No.	63745-12-0
Molecular Formula	C5HF4N
Molecular Weight	151.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrafluoropyridine; 2,3,4,6-Tetrafluoropyridine; Perfluoropyridine (common name for fully fluorinated analog); Pyridine, 2,3,4,6-tetrafluoro-; 2,3,4,6-Tetrafluoropyridin; 2,3,4,6-Tetrafluoropyridine (isomer unspecified)
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,6-Tetrafluoropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed and upright to prevent leakage and concentration of vapors. 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)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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