Description

4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)-1-pentanol is a high-value fluorinated alcohol building block, distinguished by its unique combination of fluorine atoms and an ether linkage. This structure provides exceptional chemical and thermal stability, making it a critical intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs to improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of next-generation herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the fluorinated structure enhances efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Advanced Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating specialty fluoropolymers, coatings, and surfactants with superior oil, water, and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for high-performance display technologies and electronic applications.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Functions as a versatile fluorinated reagent or ligand precursor in complex organic transformations and catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)-1-pentanol
CAS No.	243139-59-5
Molecular Formula	C6H5F7O2
Molecular Weight	242.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-4,5,5,5-tetrafluoropentan-1-ol; 1-Pentanol, 4,5,5,5-tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)pentan-1-ol; 4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-trifluoromethoxy-1-pentanol; FTOH derivative (C6); Perfluoro-tert-butoxy ethanol analog
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4,5,5,5-Tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)-1-pentanol undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Our quality assurance protocol includes identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is sensitive to strong alkalis and fluorides; keep away from incompatible materials. Ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.