Description

2,2,3,3-Tetrafluorooxetane is a highly fluorinated, four-membered cyclic ether, a key building block in advanced material synthesis. Its strained oxetane ring and high fluorine content make it a valuable precursor for introducing fluorinated segments into polymers and specialty chemicals. This compound is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and high-performance polymer industries for developing novel materials with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to modulate lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key fluorinated synthon for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Fluoropolymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for synthesizing and modifying fluoropolymers, imparting unique surface properties, chemical resistance, and thermal stability.
• Lithium-Ion Battery Electrolytes: Investigated as a potential additive or co-solvent in electrolyte formulations to enhance battery safety, stability, and performance at high voltages.
• Surface Active Agents: Employed in the creation of fluorinated surfactants and coatings that provide oil, water, and stain repellency.
• Specialty Material Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorinated materials for optics, electronics, and aerospace applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,3,3-Tetrafluorooxetane
CAS No.	765-63-9
Molecular Formula	C3H2F4O
Molecular Weight	130.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1-oxacyclobutane; 3,3,4,4-Tetrafluorooxetane; Tetrafluorooxetane; Oxetane, 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-; Perfluorooxetane (common name); TFO
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Quality Control

Our 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluorooxetane is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, keeping the container under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a freezer (e.g., -20°C) is recommended to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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