Description

Heptafluorobutyraldehyde Hydrate, Tech. is a fluorinated aldehyde derivative in its hydrated form, offering a stable and reactive synthon for advanced chemical synthesis. This technical-grade material is valued for its ability to introduce the highly stable heptafluorobutyl group, which imparts unique properties like enhanced lipophilicity and chemical resistance to target molecules. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to develop novel fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, where the fluorine atoms can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the fluorine moiety to enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Precursor: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the creation of specialty fluorosurfactants and high-performance polymers with oil, water, and stain-repellent characteristics.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials for display technologies and electronic applications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile reagent in nucleophilic addition and condensation reactions to construct complex fluorinated organic frameworks in R&D laboratories.
• Cross-coupling & Catalysis: Utilized in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to introduce the heptafluorobutyl group into aromatic and heteroaromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptafluorobutyraldehyde Hydrate, Tech.
CAS No.	375-02-0
Molecular Formula	C4H3F7O2
Molecular Weight	216.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorobutyraldehyde Hydrate; 2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Heptafluorobutanal Hydrate; Heptafluorobutyraldehyde Monohydrate; 1H,1H-Heptafluorobutanal Hydrate; 4,4,5,5,6,6,6-Heptafluoro-2-oxahexanal (hydrate); NSC 9235; FC-329
EINECS	206-788-9

Quality Control

Our technical-grade Heptafluorobutyraldehyde Hydrate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and meets defined specifications for identity, purity, and relevant physical parameters. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as a fluoride/strong alkali reactive and highly volatile compound, keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture uptake and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.5 - 1.7 g/mL

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