Description

4-Bromo-3,3,4,4-tetrafluorobutan-1-ol (CAS No. 234443-21-1) is a high-purity fluorinated organic compound with the molecular formula C₄H₅BrF₄O. This specialty chemical features a unique structure combining a bromine substituent with a tetrafluorinated carbon chain and a terminal hydroxyl group, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced synthetic applications. The compound is supplied as a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a molecular weight of 225.98 g/mol and is characterized by its high reactivity at both the bromine and alcohol functional sites. Suitable for use in pharmaceutical research, materials science, and agrochemical development, this product is rigorously tested to meet strict quality standards with typical purity levels ≥95% (GC). Proper storage at 2-8°C under inert atmosphere is recommended to maintain stability.

Key identifiers:

• CAS: 234443-21-1
• IUPAC Name: 4-bromo-3,3,4,4-tetrafluorobutan-1-ol
• Synonyms: 4-Bromo-3,3,4,4-tetrafluoro-1-butanol; MFCD00077467
• Molecular Weight: 225.98 g/mol

Properties

• CAS Number: 234443-21-1
• Complexity: 116
• IUPAC Name: 4-bromo-3,3,4,4-tetrafluoro-butan-1-ol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H5BrF4O/c5-4(8,9)3(6,7)1-2-10/h10H,1-2H2
• InChI Key: RTTCOQHNKANLOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 223.94599
• Molecular Formula: C4H5BrF4O
• Molecular Weight: 224.98
• SMILES: C(CO)C(C(F)(F)Br)(F)F
• Topological: 20.2
• Monoisotopic Mass: 223.94599
• Synonyms: 234443-21-1, 4-bromo-3,3,4,4-tetrafluorobutan-1-ol, 4-Bromo-3,3,4,4-tetrafluoro-1-butanol, 1-Butanol, 4-bromo-3,3,4,4-tetrafluoro-, MFCD00077467, C4H5BrF4O, SCHEMBL246920, SCHEMBL4241480, DTXSID90371312, FD2046, SBB096749, 4-bromo-3,3,4,4-tetrafluorobutanol, 2-(2-Bromotetrafluroethyl)ethan-1-ol, AKOS007929963, AS-48921, DA-23139, CS-0197064, EN300-7366592, A816718, 4-bromanyl-3,3,4,4-tetrakis(fluoranyl)butan-1-ol

Application

4-Bromo-3,3,4,4-tetrafluorobutan-1-ol serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing fluorinated segments into target molecules. Its reactive bromine and hydroxyl groups enable participation in nucleophilic substitutions, ether formations, and cross-coupling reactions. Researchers utilize this compound in the development of fluorinated pharmaceuticals where enhanced metabolic stability is desired. The tetrafluorinated backbone also finds application in creating specialized materials with unique surface properties. Additionally, it may be employed as a precursor for surfactants or liquid crystal materials requiring controlled fluorination patterns.

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