Description

1-Chloro-1-Iodo-2-(Perfluorohexyl)Ethane is a specialized fluorinated organic building block featuring both chlorine and iodine substituents on a perfluoroalkyl backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals where high thermal stability, chemical resistance, and specific reactivity are required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications in catalysis, polymer modification, and the development of novel surfactants or coatings.

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 environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Employed in the production of fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, and specialty surfactants for high-performance coatings and electronics.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Utilized to synthesize novel fluorinated ligands and catalysts for organic transformations, including cross-coupling reactions.
• Surface Modification Agent: Applied to impart oleophobic and hydrophobic properties to surfaces in textile and industrial coating applications.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination methodologies and creating complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-1-Iodo-2-(Perfluorohexyl)Ethane
CAS No.	235106-08-8
Molecular Formula	C8H3ClF13I
Molecular Weight	508.44 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-1-iodo-2-(perfluorohexyl)ethane; 2-(Perfluorohexyl)-1-chloro-1-iodoethane; 1-Chloro-1-iodo-2-(tridecafluorohexyl)ethane; Ethane, 1-chloro-1-iodo-2-(perfluorohexyl)-; C8H3ClF13I; Perfluorohexylethyl chloride iodide; F13C6CHClCH2I (common abbreviation); 1-Chloro-1-iodo-2-(1H,1H,2H,2H-perfluorohexyl)ethane
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Chloro-1-Iodo-2-(Perfluorohexyl)Ethane adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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