Description

1,1-Difluoroethane is a versatile fluorinated hydrocarbon widely used as a refrigerant and propellant. Its high volatility and favorable thermodynamic properties make it an efficient and reliable working fluid in various cooling systems. This compound is essential for manufacturers and service providers in the refrigeration, air conditioning, and aerosol industries, where performance and regulatory compliance are paramount.

Application

• Refrigerant: A key component in refrigerant blends (e.g., R-152a) for commercial and domestic refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Aerosol Propellant: Used as a propellant in various aerosol products, including technical dusters, automotive cleaners, and industrial sprays.
• Blowing Agent: Employed in the production of foamed plastics, such as polystyrene and polyolefin foams.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of more complex fluorinated organic compounds.
• Solvent & Carrier: Acts as a solvent or carrier fluid in specialized industrial cleaning and deposition processes.
• Fire Extinguishing Agent: A component in some clean agent fire suppression systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Difluoroethane
CAS No.	75-37-6
Molecular Formula	C2H4F2
Molecular Weight	66.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylidene difluoride; R-152a; HFC-152a; Freon 152a; DFE; 1,1-Difluoroethylene (deprecated); Hydrofluorocarbon 152a; Genetron 152a
EINECS	200-866-1

Quality Control

Our 1,1-Difluoroethane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product is analyzed to meet relevant industry and customer-specific specifications, with key parameters including purity, moisture content, and acidity controlled. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile and gaseous nature under standard conditions, containers must be kept upright and secured. Storage temperature should not exceed recommended limits to prevent excessive pressure buildup.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless gas
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 99.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 50 ppm
Acidity (as HCl)	≤ 1 ppm
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 10 ppm

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