Description

Pentafluorobenzyl Propionate is a specialized fluorinated organic ester, a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile derivatization agent and intermediate for creating high-performance materials and active compounds. This product is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where the introduction of pentafluorobenzyl groups is required to enhance properties or enable specific analytical detection.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a derivatizing agent in Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography (LC) for the sensitive detection and quantification of carboxylic acids, phenols, and other analytes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the development of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the pentafluorobenzyl moiety can improve biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers and coatings with unique surface properties, such as low surface energy or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for introducing the pentafluorobenzyl protecting group in complex multi-step synthetic routes.
• Life Science Research: Utilized in proteomics and metabolomics for labeling and mass spectrometry-based analysis of biological samples.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentafluorobenzyl Propionate
CAS No.	21634-97-9
Molecular Formula	C10H7F5O2
Molecular Weight	254.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Propanoic Acid, 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenylmethyl Ester; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzyl Propanoate; Pentafluorobenzyl Propanoate; PFB-Propionate; α,α,α,2,3,4,5,6-Octafluorotoluene Propionate; Perfluorobenzyl Propionate
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Quality Control

Our Pentafluorobenzyl Propionate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure high chemical purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided to guarantee consistent quality and traceability for your critical applications.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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