Description

7-Chlorododecafluoroheptanoic Acid, Methyl Ester is a high-purity fluorinated organic compound that serves as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of a reactive acid chloride group and a stable perfluorinated carbon chain, enabling precise functionalization for demanding applications. This specialty chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require tailored fluorinated building blocks to develop novel products with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs to modulate bioavailability, metabolic stability, and lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the introduction of fluorine atoms can significantly enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Production: Acts as a monomer or building block for manufacturing specialty surfactants, coatings, and high-performance polymers with oil, water, and stain repellency.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of fluorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and dielectric materials in the electronics industry.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex fluorinated molecules, exploring new reaction pathways, and developing novel materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Chlorododecafluoroheptanoic Acid, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	261503-61-1
Molecular Formula	C8H2ClF12O2
Molecular Weight	414.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 7-chlorododecafluoroheptanoate; Methyl 7-chloro-2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7-dodecafluoroheptanoate; Perfluoroheptanoyl chloride, methyl ester derivative; 7-Chloro-perfluoroheptanoic acid methyl ester; Heptanoic acid, 7-chlorododecafluoro-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 7-Chlorododecafluoroheptanoic Acid, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
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.