Description

4,4,5,5,5-Pentafluoro-1-pentanol is a high-value fluorinated alcohol building block, characterized by its terminal hydroxyl group and perfluorinated alkyl chain. This unique structure provides a combination of hydrophobicity, oleophobicity, and chemical stability, making it an essential intermediate for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel compounds with tailored surface properties and bioactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where the fluorine atoms can enhance metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Fluorinated Surfactants & Polymers: Acts as a monomer or modifier for producing specialty polymers, coatings, and surfactants that require oil, water, and stain resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for advanced display technologies and electronics.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution and esterification reactions to introduce a fluorinated pentyl moiety into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4,5,5,5-Pentafluoro-1-pentanol
CAS No.	148043-73-6
Molecular Formula	C5H7F5O
Molecular Weight	178.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4,5,5,5-Pentafluoropentan-1-ol; 1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluoropentanol; 5,5,5,4,4-Pentafluoro-1-pentanol; 4,4,5,5,5-Pentafluoroamyl Alcohol; Pentafluoropentanol; 1-Pentanol, 4,4,5,5,5-pentafluoro-; 2,2,3,3,3-Pentafluoropropylmethanol
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Quality Control

Our 4,4,5,5,5-Pentafluoro-1-pentanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Custom purity grades, including research and pharmaceutical intermediates, are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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