Description

8-Fluorooctanoic Acid 2-Fluoroethyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated organic compound that serves as a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a terminal fluorine atom and a fluoroethyl ester group, makes it a critical intermediate for introducing fluorine into target molecules, thereby modifying their physical, chemical, and biological properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries who require high-purity fluorinated intermediates for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides to enhance efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving stability and performance.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine into polymer chains, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface characteristics.
• Surfactant & Fluorosurfactant Research: Acts as a starting material for developing new fluorinated surfactants with unique surface-active properties.
• Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Tracer Development: Potential use as a precursor for synthesizing 18F-labeled radiopharmaceuticals for medical imaging.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Fluorooctanoic Acid 2-Fluoroethyl Ester
CAS No.	332-94-5
Molecular Formula	C10H18F2O2
Molecular Weight	208.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoroethyl 8-Fluorooctanoate; 8-Fluorooctanoic Acid Fluoroethyl Ester; Octanoic Acid, 8-Fluoro-, 2-Fluoroethyl Ester; 2-Fluoroethyl Octanoate, 8-Fluoro-; 1-Fluoro-2-(8-fluorooctanoyloxy)ethane; F6H4-FOEE; Ethanol, 2-fluoro-, 8-fluorooctanoate
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Quality Control

Our 8-Fluorooctanoic Acid 2-Fluoroethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where required, ensuring the material meets the stringent demands of research and scale-up applications.

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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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