Description

Hexanoyl Fluoride is a versatile acyl fluoride reagent, a key building block for introducing the hexanoyl moiety into complex molecules. Its high reactivity makes it an efficient agent for acylation reactions, particularly where milder conditions or specific selectivity are required. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing advanced intermediates, active ingredients, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for amide and ester bond formation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides that require specific fatty acid chain derivatives.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialized polyamides, polyesters, and fluorinated polymers.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for peptide coupling, Friedel-Crafts acylation, and the preparation of ketones and aldehydes.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of organic precursors for advanced electronic and optical materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific esters that contribute to complex aroma and flavor profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexanoyl Fluoride
CAS No.	372-80-5
Molecular Formula	C6H11FO
Molecular Weight	118.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Caproyl Fluoride; Hexanoic Acid Fluoride; n-Hexanoyl Fluoride; Pentylcarbonyl Fluoride; 1-Oxohexyl Fluoride; Caproic Acid Fluoride; n-Caproyl Fluoride; Fluorocarbonylpentane
EINECS	206-755-5

Quality Control

Our Hexanoyl Fluoride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) for optimal stability. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) and away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (Titration)	≤ 1.0% (as Hexanoic Acid)

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