Description

1,2-Dibromo-1,1-Difluoroethane CAS NO 75-82-1 is a halogenated alkane compound primarily valued as a versatile intermediate and specialty fluorinating agent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and fluorine atoms, makes it a critical building block for introducing difluoromethylene groups into target molecules. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with specific properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring difluoroethane motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the introduction of fluorine atoms enhances biological activity and stability.
• Fluorochemical Production: Serves as a precursor and fluorinating agent in the manufacture of specialty fluorinated compounds, including refrigerants, solvents, and propellants.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to incorporate fluorine into polymer chains, improving material properties such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in research and development for constructing complex organic molecules via nucleophilic substitution or elimination reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dibromo-1,1-Difluoroethane
CAS No.	75-82-1
Molecular Formula	C2H2Br2F2
Molecular Weight	223.84 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Difluoro-1,2-dibromoethane; Ethane, 1,2-dibromo-1,1-difluoro-; 1,2-Dibromo-1,1-difluoroethane; Difluorodibromoethane; DBDFE; Freon 112B2; Halon 2402; R-112B2
EINECS	200-907-7

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dibromo-1,1-Difluoroethane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment. We are committed to supplying material that meets the high standards required for GMP-influenced processes and sensitive 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 securely sealed. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	2.18 - 2.22 g/mL
Boiling Point	~ 85-87°C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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