Description

1,5-Dicyanodecafluoropentane is a high-value, fully fluorinated aliphatic dinitrile compound, distinguished by its unique combination of chemical inertness and functional reactivity. This specialty chemical is engineered to serve as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced fluorinated materials, offering exceptional thermal and chemical stability. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for introducing perfluorinated chains into active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), potentially modifying their bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms can improve efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Fluoropolymer Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or comonomer in the production of specialty fluoropolymers and fluoroelastomers, enhancing their solvent resistance and thermal properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for high-performance electronic and display applications.
• Surface Treatment & Coatings: Utilized to create low-surface-energy, oil- and water-repellent coatings for textiles, optics, and precision components.
• Specialty Solvent & Reaction Medium: Functions as an inert, high-boiling-point solvent for demanding chemical reactions, particularly those involving strong oxidizing or reducing agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Dicyanodecafluoropentane
CAS No.	23843-73-4
Molecular Formula	C7F10N2
Molecular Weight	266.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro-1,5-pentanedinitrile; Decafluoro-1,5-pentanedinitrile; 1,5-Bis(trifluoromethyl)pentanedinitrile (common misnomer); Perfluoroglutaronitrile; FC-5(CN)2; FCN-5; 1,5-Dicyanoperfluoropentane; PFDN
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1,5-Dicyanodecafluoropentane is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for high-purity fluorochemical intermediates. Comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, is performed to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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