Description

10-Fluorodecanal is a versatile fluorinated aldehyde intermediate, offering a unique combination of a reactive carbonyl group and a lipophilic fluorinated chain. This compound is crucial for introducing fluorine atoms into target molecules, a key strategy in medicinal chemistry and materials science to modulate properties like metabolic stability, lipophilicity, and surface energy. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for synthesizing novel fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components that improve the dielectric anisotropy and stability of display materials.
• Surface Modification & Coatings: Employed to create fluorinated self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) for altering surface properties like hydrophobicity and friction.
• Fluorinated Surfactant Research: Acts as a starting material for developing new fluorosurfactants with unique wetting and leveling characteristics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of fluorinated tags and probes for studying biological processes and interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	10-Fluorodecanal
CAS No.	334-65-6
Molecular Formula	C10H19FO
Molecular Weight	174.26 g/mol
Synonyms	10-Fluorodecyl aldehyde; 1-Fluorodecan-10-al; Decanal, 10-fluoro-; 10-Fluorocapraldehyde; ω-Fluorodecanal; 10-Fluorodecan-1-al; 1-Fluorodecanal; 10-Fluoro-1-decanal
EINECS	206-378-3

Quality Control

Our 10-Fluorodecanal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. 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, ensuring reliable supply and consistent quality for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. This material is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; minimize exposure to air and light during handling.

Specification

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

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