Description

Ethyl 4,4-Difluoro-5-Hydroxypentanoate is a high-value fluorinated organic building block characterized by its ester and hydroxyl functionalities. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where the introduction of fluorine atoms is a key strategy for modulating biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, advanced materials, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including protease inhibitors and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: Serves as a versatile precursor for exploring new fluorination reactions and creating libraries of fluorinated compounds for screening.
• Material Science: Potential building block for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials where fluorine content improves thermal and chemical stability.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific projects requiring fluorinated segments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4,4-Difluoro-5-Hydroxypentanoate
CAS No.	79360-94-4
Molecular Formula	C7H12F2O3
Molecular Weight	182.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-4,4-difluoropentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 5-Hydroxy-4,4-difluoropentanoate; 4,4-Difluoro-5-hydroxypentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 79360-94-4; Pentanoic acid, 4,4-difluoro-5-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 4,4-Difluoro-5-Hydroxypentanoate is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong alkalis and fluorides. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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