Description

Hexafluoroisopropyl Methyl Ether is a highly fluorinated ether compound with the CAS number 27215-56-1. This specialty chemical is valued for its unique combination of high volatility and chemical inertness, making it an excellent candidate for demanding applications. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and researchers in the electronics, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors for use as a precision solvent, cleaning agent, or reaction medium.

Application

• Electronics Manufacturing: Used as a precision cleaning solvent and drying agent for sensitive electronic components and semiconductor surfaces due to its high volatility and low residue.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized, inert reaction medium or solvent for fluorination chemistry and other sensitive synthetic processes.
• Refrigerant & Heat Transfer Fluids: A potential component in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerant blends and heat transfer fluids.
• Fire Suppression: Investigated for use in specialized fire extinguishing formulations, leveraging the fire-inhibiting properties of fluorinated compounds.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a solvent or processing aid in the production of fluoropolymers and other high-performance materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a mobile phase modifier or solvent in advanced chromatographic techniques like GC and HPLC.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Hexafluoroisopropyl Methyl Ether
CAS No.	27215-56-1
Molecular Formula	C5H4F6O
Molecular Weight	200.08 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2-methoxypropane; Methyl 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoroisopropyl ether; HFIP Methyl Ether; (Perfluoroisopropyl) methyl ether; 2-Methoxy-1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoropropane; 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2-methoxy-propane; HFE-356mmz
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Quality Control

Our Hexafluoroisopropyl Methyl Ether is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity verification, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our industrial and research clients. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and key physical properties is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its high volatility, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.01%
Boiling Point	~ 34-36 °C
Density (20°C)	~ 1.45 g/mL

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