2-Iodo-1,1-difluoroethane

Basic Information

CAS No.	598-39-0
EC No.	674-873-7
Linear Formula	F2CHCH2I
Molecular Weight	191.95
Appearance	Colorless to light yellow clear liquid
Melting Point	Not available (typical reference)
Boiling point	89-90 °C (lit.)
Density	2.18 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility	Insoluble in water; soluble in chloroform, diethyl ether, acetone and ethanol
Storage Conditions	Keep in dark place, sealed in dry, 2-8 °C
Chemical Structure

Key Applications

• Organic synthesis intermediate: Serves as an effective alkylating agent for the introduction of the 2,2-difluoroethyl group in a wide range of organic reactions.

• Pharmaceutical intermediate: Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds and bioactive molecules containing difluoroethyl moieties.

• Fine chemical intermediate: Employed in the production of specialty fluorinated building blocks and advanced organic intermediates.

• Laboratory research: Valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry studies and exploration of new synthetic pathways.

• Process development: Supports route optimization and scale-up in custom synthesis projects.

• Consistent product quality: Reliable material quality supported by routine quality control and batch consistency verification.

• Stable global supply: Stable export supply supported by established logistics channels for worldwide delivery.

• SDS and COA support: Standard product documentation available for international procurement and regulatory compliance.

• Packaging and technical service: Flexible liquid packaging in HDPE containers for sample to bulk quantities with responsive technical assistance.