Description

1-Iodo-1-(Trifluoromethoxy)Tetrafluoroethane is a specialized fluorinated organic compound characterized by its unique combination of iodine and trifluoromethoxy functional groups. This high-value intermediate is critical for introducing fluorinated motifs into target molecules, enabling the development of advanced materials with tailored properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise fluorination.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorine atoms to modulate metabolic stability, bioavailability, and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Acts as a fluorinated precursor in the manufacture of high-performance electronic display materials.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Employed to incorporate fluorine into polymer chains, improving chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Research: Investigated as a potential component in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) fluorocarbon blends.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in laboratories for selective fluorination and functional group transformation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Iodo-1-(Trifluoromethoxy)Tetrafluoroethane
CAS No.	69066-98-4
Molecular Formula	C3F7IO
Molecular Weight	335.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Iodo-1-(trifluoromethoxy)-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane; Tetrafluoro(iodo)(trifluoromethoxy)ethane; Iodotrifluoromethoxytetrafluoroethane; FC-227ia; HFE-227ia; R-227ia; Freon 227ia (historical); 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoro-2-iodo-2-(trifluoromethoxy)ethane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Iodo-1-(Trifluoromethoxy)Tetrafluoroethane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~2.1 g/mL
Boiling Point	~40-45°C

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