Description

4-(Perfluorohexyl) Bromobenzene is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block characterized by a perfluoroalkyl chain and a reactive bromine substituent. This compound is essential for introducing lipophobic and chemically stable perfluoroalkyl segments into advanced organic frameworks. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for applications requiring precise molecular tuning of surface properties and reactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the perfluorohexyl group can enhance metabolic stability or modify bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel herbicides and pesticides with improved environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A critical building block for fluorinated components in display and lighting technologies, influencing dielectric anisotropy and stability.
• Surface Modifiers & Coatings: Employed to create low surface energy coatings, water/oil repellent finishes, and anti-fouling surfaces.
• Polymer & Resin Functionalization: Used to incorporate perfluoroalkyl groups into polymers, imparting unique chemical resistance and low friction properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck): The aryl bromide moiety makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions to construct complex fluorinated architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Perfluorohexyl) Bromobenzene
CAS No.	149068-56-4
Molecular Formula	C12H4BrF13
Molecular Weight	475.05 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-(perfluorohexyl)benzene; p-(Perfluorohexyl)bromobenzene; 4-(Perfluorohexyl)phenyl bromide; 4-Bromophenylperfluorohexane; C6F13C6H4Br; 1-Bromo-4-(tridecafluorohexyl)benzene; (Perfluorohexyl)phenyl bromide; Bromo(perfluorohexyl)benzene
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Perfluorohexyl) Bromobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 acids and incompatible organic solvents. 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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