Description

5-Bromo-1,1,1,2,2,3,3-Heptafluoropentane is a high-purity fluorinated organic compound valued for its unique combination of chemical stability and reactivity, making it a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its specific molecular structure, featuring both bromine and multiple fluorine atoms, provides a critical building block for introducing fluorinated segments into target molecules. This specialty chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise fluorination to develop products with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key fluorinated synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring enhanced metabolic stability, lipophilicity, or bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the introduction of fluorine atoms can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Fluorinated Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and surfactants with superior chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a reagent in cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes to construct complex fluorinated organic molecules for research and development.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Utilized in the manufacturing of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for the electronics industry.
• Refrigerant & Fire Suppressant Research: Investigated as a potential component in next-generation, environmentally friendly refrigerant blends or specialty fire-fighting fluids due to its physical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-1,1,1,2,2,3,3-Heptafluoropentane
CAS No.	355-94-2
Molecular Formula	C5H2BrF7
Molecular Weight	262.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-3,3,4,4,5,5,5-heptafluoropentane; 3,3,4,4,5,5,5-Heptafluoro-1-bromopentane; Heptafluoropentyl bromide; Perfluoropropyl ethyl bromide; 5-Bromoheptafluoropentane; 5-Bromo-1H,1H,2H,2H-heptafluoropentane; 1H,1H,2H,2H-Heptafluoro-5-bromopentane
EINECS	206-600-8

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Bromo-1,1,1,2,2,3,3-Heptafluoropentane adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 reactive metals. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize shelf-life stability. The container should be kept upright to prevent leakage and stored in a secondary containment area.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	1.78 - 1.82 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.335 - 1.345
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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