Description

1,1-Difluoro-2-Methylcyclohexane is a specialized fluorinated cycloalkane building block valued for its unique reactivity and volatility profile. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing fluorinated motifs into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications requiring precise fluorine incorporation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced biological activity and environmental stability.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in fluorination reactions and as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry and material science research.
• Electrolyte Additive Research: Investigated for use in next-generation lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve performance and safety.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Research: Studied as a potential component in new-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) fluorinated working fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Difluoro-2-Methylcyclohexane
CAS No.	74185-72-1
Molecular Formula	C7H12F2
Molecular Weight	134.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1,1-difluorocyclohexane; 1,1-Difluoro-2-methyl-cyclohexane; Cyclohexane, 1,1-difluoro-2-methyl-; Difluoromethylmethylcyclohexane
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Difluoro-2-Methylcyclohexane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~1.0 g/mL
Boiling Point	~120-125°C

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