Description

2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5-Octafluoro-1-Pentanol is a highly fluorinated primary alcohol, a key building block valued for its unique combination of hydrophobicity, oleophobicity, and chemical stability imparted by the perfluorinated alkyl chain. This compound is essential for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals where surface energy modification and resistance to harsh environments are critical. It is primarily sought by R&D and manufacturing sectors in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and high-performance polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring enhanced metabolic stability or lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, improving their weather resistance and biological activity.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Production: A critical monomer for creating non-ionic fluorosurfactants, coatings, and specialty polymers with oil, water, and stain repellency.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize surfaces (e.g., textiles, electronics, membranes) to impart low surface energy and release properties.
• Electrolyte Additive: Employed in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve thermal stability and safety performance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in organic synthesis for introducing fluorinated moieties into complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5-Octafluoro-1-Pentanol
CAS No.	355-80-6
Molecular Formula	C5H4F8O
Molecular Weight	232.07 g/mol
Synonyms	1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluoropentanol; 1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluoropentan-1-ol; 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5-Octafluoropentyl Alcohol; 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-Octafluoro-1-Hexanol (common misnomer); Octafluoropentanol; Perfluoro-tert-pentanol; 4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7-Octafluoroheptan-1-ol (isomeric reference); F-Pentanol
EINECS	206-598-3

Quality Control

Our 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5-Octafluoro-1-Pentanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure it meets precise purity and consistency standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability to minimize potential degradation.

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 (20°C)	1.65 - 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.