Description

2,6-Octanedione, 3-Fluoro- is a specialized fluorinated diketone compound with the CAS registry number 88100-64-5. This chemical serves as a valuable high-purity building block and key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of fluorine atoms into complex molecular frameworks. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon for the research and development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging the fluorine atom's ability to modulate metabolic stability, bioavailability, and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel fluorinated herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine substituent can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, particularly in reactions like alkylation, condensation, and cyclization.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for fluorinated polymers, ligands for catalysis, or components in advanced material formulations requiring specific electronic or surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reference compound in method development for analytical chemistry, particularly in chromatography and spectroscopy of fluorinated species.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Octanedione, 3-Fluoro-
CAS No.	88100-64-5
Molecular Formula	C8H13FO2
Molecular Weight	160.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-2,6-octanedione; 3-Fluorooctane-2,6-dione; 2,6-Octanedione, 3-fluoro-; 88100-64-5; 3-Fluoro-2,6-octandion; Fluorinated C8 diketone; F-2,6-OD
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,6-Octanedione, 3-Fluoro- is produced and analyzed under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed when not in use and stored away from heat sources and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	≤ 2.0% total

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