Description

Sodium 2,2,3,4,4,4-Hexafluorobutyrate is a specialized organofluorine compound, specifically the sodium salt of a perfluorinated butyric acid derivative. This chemical is valued for its unique combination of a fluorinated alkyl chain and a carboxylate group, making it a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs to modulate bioavailability, metabolic stability, and lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, where the introduction of fluorine atoms can significantly enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Research: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the creation of specialty fluorosurfactants and high-performance polymers, imparting oil- and water-repellency, and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated organic compounds for electronic applications, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and dielectric materials.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Functions as a component in designing novel catalysts and ligands for facilitating challenging organic transformations in fine chemical production.
• Analytical Chemistry & Biochemistry: May be used as a standard or reagent in analytical methods and biochemical studies exploring fluorine-specific interactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Sodium 2,2,3,4,4,4-Hexafluorobutyrate
CAS No.	1379358-31-2
Molecular Formula	C4H2F6NaO2
Molecular Weight	210.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Perfluorobutyrate; 2,2,3,4,4,4-Hexafluorobutyric Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Hexafluorobutyrate; Sodium 4,4,4-Trifluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)butanoate; Perfluorobutyric Acid Sodium Salt; Pentafluoropropanecarboxylic Acid Sodium Salt (derivative); PFBA Sodium Salt
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 2,2,3,4,4,4-Hexafluorobutyrate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and moisture content. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and regulated production environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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