Description

9,10-Difluoropalmitic Acid is a high-purity, fluorinated fatty acid derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for introducing fluorine atoms into complex molecular architectures, a modification known to dramatically alter physical, chemical, and biological properties. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries developing novel fluorinated compounds with enhanced stability, bioavailability, or specific activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where fluorine substitution can improve metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel fluorinated herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators to enhance efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated mesogens and charge-transport materials, contributing to improved performance in display and lighting technologies.
• Surfactant & Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty surfactants, lubricants, and polymers to impart oil- and water-repellency (like fluorotelomers) and chemical resistance.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Utilized in medicinal chemistry to create labeled analogs and probes for studying metabolic pathways and protein-ligand interactions.
• Advanced Material Science: Acts as a building block for self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and surface coatings with tailored interfacial properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	9,10-Difluoropalmitic Acid
CAS No.	133310-26-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₀F₂O₂
Molecular Weight	292.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexadecanoic acid, 9,10-difluoro-; 9,10-Difluorohexadecanoic acid; Palmitic acid, 9,10-difluoro-; 9,10-Difluoropalmitate; 9,10-Difluoro C16 acid; Difluoropalmitic acid; (9,10-Difluorohexadecyl) acid; 133310-26-6 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Our 9,10-Difluoropalmitic Acid is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay (by HPLC or GC), identity confirmation (by FT-IR, NMR), and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications in GMP and ISO-regulated environments, ensuring reliable performance in your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain purity and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤3.0%

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