Description

2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1,4-butanediol (CAS No. 425-61-6) is a high-purity fluorinated diol with the molecular formula C₄H₆F₄O₂. This specialty chemical is characterized by its unique tetrafluorinated structure, offering enhanced stability and reactivity for advanced synthetic applications. It is supplied as a clear, colorless to pale-yellow liquid with a purity of ≥98%, ensuring consistency for research and industrial use. Ideal for use in fluoropolymer synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediates, and as a building block for high-performance materials. Proper storage under inert conditions is recommended to maintain its integrity. Available in various packaging options to suit laboratory and bulk-scale requirements.

Properties

• CAS Number: 425-61-6
• Complexity: 99.8
• IUPAC Name: 2,2,3,3-tetrafluorobutane-1,4-diol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H6F4O2/c5-3(6,1-9)4(7,8)2-10/h9-10H,1-2H2
• InChI Key: CDZXJJOGDCLNKX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 162.03039208
• Molecular Formula: C4H6F4O2
• Molecular Weight: 162.08
• SMILES: C(C(C(CO)(F)F)(F)F)O
• Topological: 40.5
• Monoisotopic Mass: 162.03039208
• Physical Description: White crystalline solid;
• Synonyms: 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1,4-butanediol, 425-61-6, 2,2,3,3-tetrafluorobutane-1,4-diol, NSC 95113, DTXSID80195281, DTXCID90117772, 670-431-2, MFCD00042375, 1h,1h,4h,4h-perfluoro-1,4-butanediol, 1,4-Dihydroxy-2,2,3,3-tetrafluorobutane, C4H6F4O2, NSC95113, NCIOpen2_001518, SCHEMBL371473, SCHEMBL2474279, SCHEMBL2970751, SCHEMBL6597338, NSC-95113, SBB087562, AKOS006222080, AT23336, FS-4253, BP-21422, SY014140, 1,4-Butanediol, 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-, DB-050935, CS-0186470, T2296, EN300-253954, 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1,4-butanediol, >/=95%, F8889-9295

Application

2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1,4-butanediol serves as a versatile fluorinated intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for the development of fluoropolymers with enhanced chemical resistance. Its diol functionality allows for incorporation into polyurethane and polyester systems, improving thermal and oxidative stability. Researchers also utilize it in pharmaceutical chemistry to create bioactive molecules with fluorine-enhanced properties. Additionally, it finds use in specialty coatings and adhesives where low surface energy and durability are critical.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (14.3%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

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

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
• STOT SE 3 (14.3%)

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