Description

7-Fluoroheptanoic Acid is a versatile fluorinated carboxylic acid building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a terminal fluorine atom on a seven-carbon aliphatic chain, makes it a critical intermediate for introducing fluorinated motifs into target molecules. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors developing novel active ingredients with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), prodrugs, and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can improve lipophilicity and biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers and fluorinated surface coatings.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Utilized in biochemical research for labeling and modifying biomolecules via its carboxylic acid functional group.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile synthon in medicinal chemistry for chain elongation and the introduction of fluorine atoms.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Fluoroheptanoic Acid
CAS No.	334-28-1
Molecular Formula	C7H13FO2
Molecular Weight	148.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptanoic acid, 7-fluoro-; 7-Fluoro-heptanoic acid; 7-Fluoroenanthic acid; ω-Fluoroheptanoic acid; 1-Fluoro-6-hexanecarboxylic acid; 6-Carboxyhexyl fluoride; 7-Fluoro-1-heptanoic acid; 334-28-1
EINECS	206-376-5

Quality Control

Our 7-Fluoroheptanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed tightly after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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