Description

1H,1H,7H-Dodecafluoro-1-Heptanol is a high-purity fluorinated alcohol characterized by its unique combination of hydrophobicity and oleophobicity imparted by the perfluorinated chain segment. This compound matters as a critical building block and performance additive, offering exceptional chemical and thermal stability alongside surface-modifying properties. It is needed by manufacturers in the electronics, coatings, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring advanced material performance.

Application

• Fluorinated Surfactant & Co-additive: Used in fire-fighting foams, coatings, and cleaning formulations where superior wetting and leveling are required.
• Intermediate for Fluorinated Monomers/Polymers: Serves as a key precursor in synthesizing fluorinated acrylates, methacrylates, and other monomers for high-performance polymers.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts oil, water, and stain repellency to textiles, paper, and leather.
• Electronics Industry: Employed in the formulation of specialty solvents and cleaning agents for precision electronics manufacturing.
• Pharmaceutical & Agro-chemical Intermediate: Acts as a building block for introducing fluorinated moieties into active ingredients to enhance bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Lubricant & Release Agent Additive: Improves the lubricity and anti-wear properties of advanced lubricants and mold release agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H,1H,7H-Dodecafluoro-1-Heptanol
CAS No.	335-99-9
Molecular Formula	C7H4F12O
Molecular Weight	332.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecafluoroheptanol; 1H,1H,7H-Perfluoro-1-heptanol; 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8-Dodecafluorooctan-1-ol; 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7-Dodecafluoro-1-heptanol; Perfluorohexylethanol; 1H,1H-Perfluoro-1-heptanol; F13OH; 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8-Dodecafluoro-1-octanol
EINECS	206-394-5

Quality Control

Our 1H,1H,7H-Dodecafluoro-1-Heptanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing key specifications such as assay, water content, and impurity profiles. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent volatility loss.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	1.70 - 1.75 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.310 - 1.330

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