Description

5-Bromo-4,4,5,5-tetrafluoro-1-pentanol is a high-value fluorinated organic building block characterized by a terminal bromine and a primary alcohol functional group on a perfluorinated carbon chain. This unique structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and bioactive compounds where the introduction of fluorine atoms is desired to modulate properties like lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and chemical resistance. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecules with tailored performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorinated alkyl chains to improve drug metabolism and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for developing next-generation herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Fluorinated Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating specialty polymers, surfactants, and coatings with exceptional oil/water repellency, chemical resistance, and low surface energy.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic electronic materials for displays and semiconductor applications.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules, leveraging the reactivity of both the bromine and alcohol groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-4,4,5,5-tetrafluoro-1-pentanol
CAS No.	222725-20-4
Molecular Formula	C5H7BrF4O
Molecular Weight	239.01 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pentanol, 5-bromo-4,4,5,5-tetrafluoro-; 5-Bromo-4,4,5,5-tetrafluoropentan-1-ol; 4,4,5,5-Tetrafluoro-5-bromo-1-pentanol; 5-Bromo-4,4,5,5-tetrafluoropentyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-4,4,5,5-tetrafluoro-1-pentanol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and GC analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for research and scale-up activities.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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