Description

Pentakis(Pentafluoroethyl)Pyridine is a highly fluorinated, specialty heterocyclic compound characterized by a central pyridine ring fully substituted with pentafluoroethyl groups. This unique structure imparts exceptional chemical and thermal stability, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Employed in the development of high-performance fluoropolymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials requiring high thermal and chemical resistance.
• Catalyst Ligand Modification: Utilized to synthesize novel fluorinated ligands for catalysis, potentially improving reaction selectivity and efficiency.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination chemistry and structure-activity relationships.
• Surface Modification Agent: Can be used to impart hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to surfaces in specialty coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentakis(Pentafluoroethyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	20017-53-2
Molecular Formula	C15F25N
Molecular Weight	663.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro(3,5-bis(pentafluoroethyl)pyridine) (common name); 2,3,4,5,6-Pentakis(pentafluoroethyl)pyridine; Pentafluoroethylpyridine (unspecified isomer); 1H-Pyridine, 2,3,4,5,6-pentakis(pentafluoroethyl)-; NSC 163081; FC-75 related compound (trade context); Highly fluorinated pyridine derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of Pentakis(Pentafluoroethyl)Pyridine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through advanced analytical techniques including NMR, GC-MS, and HPLC. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong alkalis. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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