Description

4-Bromo-1,1,1,3,3-Pentafluorobutane 97% is a high-purity fluorinated organic intermediate, distinguished by its unique combination of bromine and fluorine atoms on a butane backbone. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly where the introduction of fluorine is critical for modifying molecular properties. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel fluorinated drug candidates, where fluorine substitution can enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the fluorine atoms to improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated components used in electronic display technologies.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine and bromine functional groups into polymers, altering surface properties, chemical resistance, and thermal stability.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Research: Investigated as a potential component or intermediate in next-generation fluorocarbon blends due to its specific volatility and stability profile.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or a source of fluorinated carbon chains in complex multi-step synthetic routes in fine chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-1,1,1,3,3-Pentafluorobutane 97%
CAS No.	933600-79-4
Molecular Formula	C4H2BrF5
Molecular Weight	228.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4,4,4-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)butane; 4-Bromo-1,1,1,3,3-pentafluorobutane; Pentafluorobutyl bromide; Butane, 4-bromo-1,1,1,3,3-pentafluoro-; 933600-79-4
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-1,1,1,3,3-Pentafluorobutane 97% is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the declared purity and impurity profile specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity limits is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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 fluorides. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 3.0% total

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