Description

2,6-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Fluorobenzene is a highly fluorinated aromatic compound valued for its unique electronic properties and chemical stability. This specialty chemical serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry, particularly where the introduction of fluorine atoms is required to modulate reactivity and physical characteristics. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with enhanced performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs requiring fluorinated aromatic cores to improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where fluorine substitution enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis for asymmetric synthesis.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in the development of fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials for their unique dielectric and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution to construct complex, multi-fluorinated molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Fluorobenzene
CAS No.	887268-09-9
Molecular Formula	C8H3F7
Molecular Weight	232.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Fluoro-2,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 2,6-Bis(trifluoromethyl)fluorobenzene; Fluorobenzene, 2,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; 2,6-Di(trifluoromethyl)fluorobenzene; α,α,α,α',α',α'-Hexafluoro-2-fluoroxylen
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Fluorobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reactive metals. 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
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total

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