Description

1,4-Dibromo-1,1,2,2-tetrafluorobutane (CAS No. 18599-20-7) is a high-purity fluorinated organic compound with the molecular formula C₄H₄Br₂F₄. This halogenated alkane features a unique structure with bromine and fluorine substituents, making it a valuable intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry and materials science. Its IUPAC name, 1,4-dibromo-1,1,2,2-tetrafluorobutane, reflects its symmetrical tetrafluoro and dibromo substitution pattern. Ideal for researchers and industrial applications, this compound is supplied with rigorous quality control to ensure consistency in reactions. Suitable for use in nucleophilic substitutions, polymer modifications, and as a building block for advanced fluorinated materials. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture to maintain stability.

Properties

• CAS Number: 18599-20-7
• Complexity: 114
• IUPAC Name: 1,4-dibromo-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoro-butane
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H4Br2F4/c5-2-1-3(7,8)4(6,9)10/h1-2H2
• InChI Key: ASHCDEYFCNWSTR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 287.85954
• Molecular Formula: C4H4Br2F4
• Molecular Weight: 287.88
• SMILES: C(CBr)C(C(F)(F)Br)(F)F
• Monoisotopic Mass: 285.86159
• Synonyms: 1,4-Dibromo-1,1,2,2-tetrafluorobutane, Butane, 1,4-dibromo-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoro-, EINECS 242-438-7, DTXSID9066388, ASHCDEYFCNWSTR-UHFFFAOYSA-, DTXCID4035881, 242-438-7, ashcdeyfcnwstr-uhfffaoysa-n, inchi=1/c4h4br2f4/c5-2-1-3(7,8)4(6,9)10/h1-2h2, 18599-20-7, MFCD00039224, JKF8L5LD6K, SCHEMBL248018, BBL101693, STL555489, AKOS005762866, BS-22671, 1,4-dibromo-1,1,2,2,-tetrafluorobutane, DB-044576, CS-0211235, NS00018832, F94728, EN300-7360870

Application

1,4-Dibromo-1,1,2,2-tetrafluorobutane is primarily used as a fluorinated building block in organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of both bromine and fluorine functionalities into target molecules. It serves as a key intermediate in the preparation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals, where its unique halogenation pattern enhances thermal and chemical resistance. Researchers also employ it in cross-coupling reactions and as a precursor for agrochemical or pharmaceutical compounds requiring fluorinated motifs.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H302 (97.5%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H312 (97.5%): Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal]
• H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H332 (97.5%): Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]
• H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Acute Tox. 4 (97.5%)
• Acute Tox. 4 (97.5%)
• Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
• Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
• Acute Tox. 4 (97.5%)
• STOT SE 3 (100%)

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