Description

1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4A,5,5,6,6,7,8,8,8A-Heptadecafluorodecahydro-7-(Trifluoromethyl)Naphthalene is a highly fluorinated, saturated naphthalene derivative, distinguished by its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This compound is valued for its unique combination of hydrophobicity, oleophobicity, and inertness, making it a critical intermediate for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and manufacturing sectors in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing high-performance fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where fluorine substitution improves efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Fluoropolymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to impart superior chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability to specialty polymers and coatings.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes due to its electronic properties and stability.
• Surfactant & Lubricant Formulation: Provides the hydrophobic/oleophobic backbone for high-performance fluorosurfactants and lubricants used in demanding industrial applications.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic and medicinal chemistry for studying structure-activity relationships and developing new fluorination methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4A,5,5,6,6,7,8,8,8A-Heptadecafluorodecahydro-7-(Trifluoromethyl)Naphthalene
CAS No.	306-95-6
Molecular Formula	C11H5F20
Molecular Weight	508.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro(1-methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene); Heptadecafluoro-7-(trifluoromethyl)decahydronaphthalene; 7-(Trifluoromethyl)heptadecafluorodecahydronaphthalene; FC-75 (related trade series); Fluorinert FC-75 component; Perfluorinated Naphthalene Derivative; 1-Methylperfluorotetralin; Perfluoro(1-methyltetralin)
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Quality Control

Our production of 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4A,5,5,6,6,7,8,8,8A-Heptadecafluorodecahydro-7-(Trifluoromethyl)Naphthalene adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, NMR, and MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, supporting compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for industrial and research use.

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 bases and sources of ignition. Due to its chemical nature, ensure the container is kept upright to prevent leakage and is clearly labeled.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	1.78 - 1.82 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.28 - 1.32
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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