Description

1H,1H-Perfluorohexyl p-Toluenesulfonate is a high-purity fluorinated organic intermediate, specifically a perfluoroalkyl tosylate. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of sophisticated fluorinated materials, where it introduces the highly stable and hydrophobic perfluorohexyl group. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating compounds with enhanced properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, and low surface energy.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to improve metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent for introducing fluorinated motifs into herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides to enhance their efficacy and environmental persistence profile.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to create low-surface-energy coatings for textiles, electronics, and optical devices, imparting oil, water, and stain repellency.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty fluoropolymers and elastomers with superior chemical and thermal resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Utilized in the development of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for advanced display and semiconductor applications.
• Research & Development: A critical tool in organic synthesis laboratories for exploring new fluorination methodologies and creating novel fluorinated molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H,1H-Perfluorohexyl p-Toluenesulfonate
CAS No.	355-77-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₅F₁₃O₃S
Molecular Weight	512.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorohexyl Tosylate; 1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluorohexyl p-Toluenesulfonate; 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-Tridecafluorooctyl 4-Methylbenzenesulfonate; p-Toluenesulfonic Acid 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-Tridecafluorooctyl Ester; 4-Methylbenzenesulfonic Acid 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-Tridecafluorooctyl Ester; F13-Tosylate; C6F13C2H4OTs
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Quality Control

Our 1H,1H-Perfluorohexyl p-Toluenesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can provide material tailored to specific project requirements, including custom purity grades.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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