Description

4-Isopropoxy-2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzotrifluoride is a specialized fluorinated aromatic ether building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring a perfluorinated benzene ring and an isopropoxy substituent, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, leveraging the metabolic stability and lipophilicity imparted by the fluorine atoms.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorinated moiety can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, contributing to improved dielectric anisotropy and stability.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic aromatic substitution to introduce the isopropoxy-tetrafluorophenyl group into complex molecular architectures.
• Surface Treatment & Coatings: Used in formulations for creating low-surface-energy, oil- and water-repellent coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Isopropoxy-2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzotrifluoride
CAS No.	85623-66-1
Molecular Formula	C10H5F7O
Molecular Weight	274.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Isopropoxy-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-isopropoxybenzotrifluoride; 4-(1-Methylethoxy)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene; 4-Isopropoxy-α,α,α,2,3,5,6-heptafluorotoluene; Perfluoroisopropylbenzene ether (derivative); Heptafluoro-4-isopropoxytoluene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Isopropoxy-2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzotrifluoride is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification results is provided with each shipment. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and scale-up 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 such as strong acids and bases. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed when not in use. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.55 g/cm³
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.38

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