Description

1,1,1,5,5,5-Hexafluoro-4-Methylpent-3-En-2-One is a specialized fluorinated ketone with unique chemical properties derived from its hexafluoro and methyl-substituted pentenone structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly where the introduction of fluorine atoms or specific ketone functionalities is required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of fluorinated drug candidates, leveraging fluorine's ability to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine moiety can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and coatings with enhanced chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecules via reactions at its ketone and alkene functional groups.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable compound for studying the effects of polyfluorination on reaction mechanisms and physical properties in organofluorine chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1,5,5,5-Hexafluoro-4-Methylpent-3-En-2-One
CAS No.	372-25-8
Molecular Formula	C6H4F6O
Molecular Weight	206.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexafluoro-4-methyl-3-penten-2-one; 4-Methyl-1,1,1,5,5,5-hexafluoro-3-penten-2-one; 4-Methyl-1,1,1,5,5,5-hexafluoropent-3-en-2-one; 1,1,1,5,5,5-Hexafluoro-4-methyl-3-penten-2-one; HFM; HFPK (Hexafluoropentenone); (CF3)2C=CHCOCH3 (common structural representation)
EINECS	206-753-0

Quality Control

Our 1,1,1,5,5,5-Hexafluoro-4-Methylpent-3-En-2-One is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications.

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 acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maximize stability for long-term storage. Allow the container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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