Description

4,4,5,5,5-Pentafluoropentane-1-Thiol is a specialized fluorinated thiol compound, distinguished by its unique perfluorinated alkyl chain. This molecular structure is critical for applications requiring materials with high chemical resistance, low surface energy, and specific reactivity. It is an essential building block for researchers and manufacturers in advanced material science and fine chemical synthesis. Key industries that utilize this compound include pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and the production of specialty polymers and surface modifiers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for introducing fluorinated thiol groups into active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorinated moiety can enhance activity and environmental persistence.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a chain-transfer agent or functional monomer in the synthesis of fluorinated polymers and copolymers for high-performance coatings and elastomers.
• Surface Functionalization: Employed to create self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on gold and other surfaces for sensor development and corrosion inhibition.
• Ligand Synthesis: A precursor for creating specialized ligands in catalysis, particularly for reactions requiring electron-withdrawing groups.
• Material Science Research: Used in R&D for developing new materials with tailored hydrophobic, oleophobic, and chemical-resistant properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4,5,5,5-Pentafluoropentane-1-Thiol
CAS No.	148757-88-4
Molecular Formula	C5H5F5S
Molecular Weight	192.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluoropentanethiol; 4,4,5,5,5-Pentafluoro-1-pentanethiol; 2,2,3,3,3-Pentafluoropropylmethanethiol; Perfluoropentylthiol; Pentafluoropentyl mercaptan; 1-Mercapto-4,4,5,5,5-pentafluoropentane
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Quality Control

Our 4,4,5,5,5-Pentafluoropentane-1-Thiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical parameters are provided with every shipment. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, and our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial-scale applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.