Description

Perfluorocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is a highly fluorinated organic acid characterized by its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in the synthesis of advanced fluorinated materials and specialty chemicals. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and high-performance polymer industries seeking to incorporate unique perfluorinated properties into their products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents, leveraging its metabolic stability and lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for developing advanced herbicides and pesticides with enhanced environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Fluoropolymer Modification: Employed to introduce carboxylic acid functionality into fluoropolymers, improving adhesion, surface properties, and compatibility in coatings and composites.
• Surfactant & Surface Treatment: Serves as a starting material for creating high-performance fluorinated surfactants and surface treatment agents for textiles, electronics, and optics.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Utilized in the development of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials for display and semiconductor applications.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Provides a perfluorinated backbone for creating specialized ligands and catalysts used in demanding synthetic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Perfluorocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	374-88-9
Molecular Formula	C7HF11O2
Molecular Weight	314.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; Perfluoro(cyclohexanecarboxylic acid); Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, heptafluoro-; 1H,2H,3H,4H,5H,6H-Heptafluorocyclohexanecarboxylic acid; 2,2,3,3,4,4,5-Heptafluorocyclopentanecarboxylic acid (common misnomer); PFCHA; Heptafluorocyclohexanecarboxylic acid; Perfluorocyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid
EINECS	206-788-5

Quality Control

Our Perfluorocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, IR, and HPLC, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for industrial and research 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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood or well-ventilated area.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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