Description

5-Fluoro-5,7,7-Tris(trifluoromethyl)-6-[2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylidene]-1,4-dioxepane is a highly fluorinated, specialized organic compound characterized by its unique dioxepane ring structure and multiple trifluoromethyl groups. This complex fluorochemical is valued for its exceptional chemical and thermal stability, making it a critical intermediate for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel fluorinated molecules with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing novel fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where fluorine atoms can enhance activity and environmental persistence.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance fluoropolymers with superior chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Investigated for use in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes due to its potential influence on electronic properties.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to create hydrophobic and oleophobic coatings for textiles, electronics, and medical devices.
• Specialty Solvent & Additive: Potential use as a high-performance solvent for sensitive reactions or as an additive to modify the properties of formulations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Fluoro-5,7,7-Tris(trifluoromethyl)-6-[2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylidene]-1,4-dioxepane
CAS No.	94333-56-9
Molecular Formula	C11H4F16O2
Molecular Weight	424.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dioxepane, 5-fluoro-5,7,7-tris(trifluoromethyl)-6-[2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylidene]-; Perfluorinated dioxepane derivative; Hexafluoroacetone trimer derivative; HFA trimer derivative; Fluorinated cyclic ether; 5-Fluoro-5,7,7-tris(trifluoromethyl)-6-(1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-propylidene)-1,4-dioxepane
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-Fluoro-5,7,7-Tris(trifluoromethyl)-6-[2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylidene]-1,4-dioxepane adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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