Description

Octafluoroadipic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block for advanced materials synthesis. Its unique perfluorinated backbone provides exceptional chemical and thermal stability, making it invaluable for demanding industrial applications. This compound is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for creating high-performance intermediates and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for advanced herbicides and pesticides, leveraging fluorine's ability to modulate biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance fluoropolymers with superior chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials for advanced display technologies and electronic components.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to create hydrophobic and oleophobic coatings for textiles, medical devices, and optical surfaces.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A versatile reagent for introducing perfluorinated segments into complex organic molecules in research and development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octafluoroadipic Acid
CAS No.	336-08-3
Molecular Formula	C6H2F8O4
Molecular Weight	290.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoroadipic Acid; Octafluorohexanedioic Acid; 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5-Octafluorohexanedioic Acid; Hexanedioic acid, octafluoro-; Adipic acid, octafluoro-; Fumaric acid, tetrakis(trifluoromethyl)-; 1,6-Hexanedioic acid, octafluoro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octafluoroadipic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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