Description

2-Furanol, 3,3,4,4-Tetrafluorotetrahydro- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated tetrahydrofuran derivative, a high-value building block prized for its unique chemical reactivity and the introduction of fluorine atoms into target molecules. This compound matters for its role in advanced synthesis, where the fluorine substituents can dramatically alter the physical, chemical, and biological properties of final products, enhancing stability, lipophilicity, and metabolic resistance. It is needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where fluorine atoms improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or building block for fluorinated polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals with enhanced thermal and chemical stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in medicinal and combinatorial chemistry for constructing complex, fluorinated heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D exploring new methodologies in selective fluorination and ring-opening reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furanol, 3,3,4,4-Tetrafluorotetrahydro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	623139-74-2
Molecular Formula	C4H4F4O2
Molecular Weight	160.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3,4,4-Tetrafluorooxolane-2-methanol; 3,3,4,4-Tetrafluoro-2-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,3,4,4-tetrafluorotetrahydrofuran; Tetrafluorotetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol; Fluorinated THF alcohol; Perfluorinated tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol derivative
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Quality Control

Our 2-Furanol, 3,3,4,4-Tetrafluorotetrahydro- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, GC, and HPLC, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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