Description

1-Bromo-10-Fluorodecane is a high-purity, bifunctional organic building block featuring both bromo and fluoro terminal groups on a linear decane chain. This compound is valued for its versatility in organic synthesis, serving as a key intermediate for the introduction of fluorinated alkyl chains and for further functionalization via nucleophilic substitution. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise molecular scaffolds for drug discovery, liquid crystal development, and surface modification agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates and bioactive molecules, leveraging the metabolic stability imparted by the fluorine atom.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Acts as a key starting material for the production of fluorinated liquid crystals used in display technologies.
• Surface Active Agents: Employed in the manufacture of fluorinated surfactants and coatings with unique hydrophobic and oleophobic properties.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce fluorinated side chains into polymers, altering their physical and chemical characteristics for specialized applications.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: The bromoalkyl moiety participates in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Useful for labeling biomolecules or creating fluorescent probes with fluorinated linkers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-10-Fluorodecane
CAS No.	334-61-2
Molecular Formula	C10H20BrF
Molecular Weight	223.17 g/mol
Synonyms	10-Fluoro-1-bromodecane; 10-Fluorodecyl bromide; Decane, 1-bromo-10-fluoro-; 1-Bromo-10-fluorodecane; Fluorodecyl bromide; ω-Fluorodecyl bromide; 10-Fluorodecan-1-yl bromide; 1-Fluoro-10-bromodecane
EINECS	206-375-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-10-Fluorodecane is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, HPLC, NMR, and FT-IR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical research and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 96.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	1.15 - 1.20 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.460

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