Description

2(5H)-Furanone,3,4-Difluoro-5,5-Dimethyl-(9Ci) is a high-value, fluorinated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its unique molecular structure, which incorporates fluorine atoms and a lactone moiety, making it a versatile precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks and fluorinated compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design of novel chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2(5H)-Furanone,3,4-Difluoro-5,5-Dimethyl-(9Ci)
CAS No.	64955-33-5
Molecular Formula	C6H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	148.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Difluoro-5,5-dimethyl-2(5H)-furanone; 5,5-Dimethyl-3,4-difluorofuran-2(5H)-one; 3,4-Difluoro-5,5-dimethyl-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-one; 5,5-Dimethyl-3,4-difluoro-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-one; 2(5H)-Furanone, 3,4-difluoro-5,5-dimethyl-; 3,4-Difluoro-5,5-dimethyl-dihydrofuran-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 2(5H)-Furanone,3,4-Difluoro-5,5-Dimethyl-(9Ci) is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and scale-up. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.