Description

1-Fluoro-2-Decanone is a specialized fluorinated ketone building block with the CAS registry number 334-38-3. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity profile, where the fluorine atom and ketone group offer distinct handles for chemical synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecules. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to incorporate fluorinated motifs for enhanced biological activity or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where fluorine substitution improves efficacy and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor for fluorinated organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Surface Active Agent Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated surfactants and coatings with unique hydrophobic and oleophobic properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A versatile building block for nucleophilic substitution reactions and the preparation of complex fluoroorganic molecules in R&D.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce fluorine into polymer chains to alter thermal stability, chemical resistance, and surface characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluoro-2-Decanone
CAS No.	334-38-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₉FO
Molecular Weight	174.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Decanone, 1-fluoro-; 1-Fluorodecan-2-one; 2-Oxodecyl fluoride; 1-Fluoro-2-oxodecane; Fluoromethyl octyl ketone; α-Fluorodecan-2-one; 1-Fluoro-2-ketodecane
EINECS	206-375-6

Quality Control

Our 1-Fluoro-2-Decanone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles against established specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Due to its reactivity profile, it is recommended to handle and store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Density (at 20°C)	0.92 - 0.96 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.420 - 1.430

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