158358-96-4

Basic information

• Product Name: (R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL
• Synonyms: (R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL;(R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL, 95 %
• CAS NO: 158358-96-4
• Molecular Formula: C₇H₁₄F₂O₂
• Molecular Weight: 168.18
• Mol File: 158358-96-4.mol

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 130-132 °C30 mm Hg(lit.)
• Flash Point: >230 °F
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0.783 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Vapor Pressure: 0.001mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: n20/D 1.419(lit.)
• PKA: 13.15±0.20(Predicted)
• CAS DataBase Reference: (R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: (R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL(158358-96-4)
• EPA Substance Registry System: (R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL(158358-96-4)

Safety Data

• WGK Germany: 3
• Hazardous Substances Data: 158358-96-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Uses

Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
(R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL is used as a building block for the production of various pharmaceuticals. Its unique fluorinated structure contributes to the development of new drugs with improved properties, such as enhanced bioavailability and selectivity.
Used in Agrochemical Industry:
In the agrochemical industry, (R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL is used as a key component in the synthesis of agrochemicals. Its incorporation into these compounds can lead to improved performance and selectivity in agricultural applications.
Used in Fine Chemicals Production:
(R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL is also used as a building block for the production of other fine chemicals. Its fluorinated nature allows for the creation of specialty chemicals with specific properties tailored for various applications.
Used in Asymmetric Synthesis:
(R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL is used as a chiral auxiliary in asymmetric synthesis. Its presence can help achieve higher enantioselectivity and yield in the synthesis of chiral compounds, which are essential in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
Used in Racemic Mixture Resolution:
As a resolving agent for racemic mixtures, (R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL aids in the separation of enantiomers, which is crucial for obtaining pure chiral compounds with specific biological activities.
Used in Novel Materials Production:
(R)-(+)-3,3-DIFLUORO-1,2-HEPTANEDIOL has potential applications in the production of novel materials due to its unique structure and properties. It can be used to develop new materials with enhanced characteristics for various industries, including electronics, automotive, and aerospace.

InChI:InChI=1/C7H14F2O2/c1-2-3-4-7(8,9)6(11)5-10/h6,10-11H,2-5H2,1H3/t6-/m1/s1

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