Description

Tetrafluorohydroquinone CAS NO 771-63-1 is a fluorinated aromatic compound that serves as a versatile and high-value building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring four fluorine atoms on the hydroquinone core, imparts significant electronic and chemical properties critical for developing high-performance materials. This intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to incorporate fluorinated motifs for enhanced stability, bioavailability, or specific material characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Core component in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials for electronic displays.
• Advanced Polymer Monomer: Used to synthesize high-performance, thermally stable, and chemically resistant fluorinated polymers and engineering plastics.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the manufacture of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments for high-value applications.
• Research & Development: Critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorinated compounds and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrafluorohydroquinone
CAS No.	771-63-1
Molecular Formula	C6H2F4O2
Molecular Weight	182.08 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,4,5-Tetrafluorobenzene-3,6-diol; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorohydroquinone; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-1,4-benzenediol; Tetrafluoro-1,4-benzenediol; 1,4-Benzenediol, 2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzene-1,4-diol; 3,6-Dihydroxy-1,2,4,5-tetrafluorobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetrafluorohydroquinone is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment, and we support customer audits and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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