Description

Ethyl Heptafluorobutyrate is a high-purity fluorinated ester compound, valued for its unique combination of chemical inertness, volatility, and excellent solvent properties. It serves as a critical intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced manufacturing sectors where performance under demanding conditions is essential. This product is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and electronics industries for synthesis, formulation, and cleaning applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated moieties to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for manufacturing advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, improving their efficacy and environmental profile.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in precision cleaning applications for electronic components and optical devices due to its low surface tension, high volatility, and non-flammable nature.
• Fluoropolymer Production: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty fluoropolymers and coatings that require exceptional chemical and thermal resistance.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a derivatization agent in Gas Chromatography (GC) and Mass Spectrometry (MS) for the analysis of complex organic molecules.
• Lithium-Ion Battery Electrolytes: Investigated as a potential high-performance additive or co-solvent in electrolyte formulations to improve battery stability and performance at extreme temperatures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Heptafluorobutyrate
CAS No.	356-27-4
Molecular Formula	C6H5F7O2
Molecular Weight	242.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Perfluorobutyrate; Ethyl 2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Heptafluorobutanoate; Heptafluorobutyric Acid Ethyl Ester; EFB; Ethyl 1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluorobutanoate; NSC 9235; F-butyl ethyl ester
EINECS	206-605-5

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Heptafluorobutyrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for high-purity chemical intermediates. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as 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 prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

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 at 20°C	1.40 - 1.45 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.300 - 1.320

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