Description

1,1,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7-Tridecafluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,3,4,5,6,7-Hexahydro-1H-Indene is a highly fluorinated, saturated cyclic compound distinguished by its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This specialized fluorochemical is a critical building block and intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials where high-performance properties are non-negotiable. It is primarily sought after by R&D and manufacturing sectors in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced resistance to degradation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for introducing perfluoroalkyl groups into active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), potentially enhancing metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine content can improve weather resistance and biological activity.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Modifier: Imparts superior oil, water, and chemical repellency, as well as low surface energy, when incorporated into high-performance coatings, sealants, and elastomers.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Additive Precursor: Acts as a starting material for manufacturing advanced surfactants and processing aids used in demanding industrial applications.
• Electronics & Semiconductor Materials: Investigated for use in dielectric fluids, etching agents, or precursors for low-k dielectric materials due to its high fluorine content and stability.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research in organofluorine chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7-Tridecafluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,3,4,5,6,7-Hexahydro-1H-Indene
CAS No.	112754-13-9
Molecular Formula	C10H4F16
Molecular Weight	428.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro(2-methylindane); 2-(Trifluoromethyl)perhydroindene, perfluoro; 1H-Indene, 2,3,4,5,6,7-hexahydro-1,1,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7-tridecafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-; Perfluoro-2-methylindane; 1,1,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7-Tridecafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)indane; F13MI (abbreviation); Hexadecafluoro-2-methylindane (common name)
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 1,1,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7-Tridecafluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,3,4,5,6,7-Hexahydro-1H-Indene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) including purity by GC, identity confirmation by NMR/IR, and impurity profiling is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reactive metals. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.8 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.