Description

L-Cyclohexy1-4,4,4-Trifluoro- 3-(Trifluoromethyl)Butane-L,3-Diol is a high-value, fluorinated diol building block characterized by its unique cyclohexyl and trifluoromethyl substituents. This compound is critical for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals where enhanced stability, hydrophobicity, and specific electronic properties are required. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing fluorinated motifs to improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced active ingredients for crop protection products, where the fluorine atoms contribute to increased pesticidal activity and environmental persistence.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Incorporated into polymer backbones to engineer materials with specific properties such as oil and water repellency, chemical resistance, and altered surface energy for coatings and resins.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor or core component in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, influencing their dielectric anisotropy and emission characteristics.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorinated compounds with potential applications in electronics, nanotechnology, and supramolecular chemistry.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom chemical synthesis houses serving the life sciences and advanced materials sectors.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Cyclohexy1-4,4,4-Trifluoro- 3-(Trifluoromethyl)Butane-L,3-Diol
CAS No.	923018-85-3
Molecular Formula	C11H16F6O2
Molecular Weight	294.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,3S)-1-Cyclohexyl-4,4,4-trifluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)butane-1,3-diol; (1S,3S)-1-Cyclohexyl-4,4,4-trifluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)-1,3-butanediol; L-1-Cyclohexyl-4,4,4-trifluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)butane-1,3-diol; Fluorinated Cyclohexyl Diol; Chiral Trifluoromethyl Diol; CF3-Diol Building Block
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Quality Control

Our production of L-Cyclohexy1-4,4,4-Trifluoro- 3-(Trifluoromethyl)Butane-L,3-Diol adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure consistency and meet the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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