Description

Perfluoroheptanoyl Fluoride is a high-purity perfluorinated acyl fluoride, a key reactive intermediate in advanced fluorochemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce the highly stable and hydrophobic perfluoroheptyl moiety into target molecules, imparting unique properties such as extreme chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors, particularly for creating surfactants, polymers, and active ingredients with tailored performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring perfluoroalkyl groups for enhanced metabolic stability or bioavailability.
• Fluorosurfactant Production: A key building block for manufacturing high-performance fluorinated surfactants and surface modifiers.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used to create fluorinated acrylates, methacrylates, and other monomers for specialty coatings, sealants, and engineering plastics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of advanced crop protection agents with improved rainfastness and efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Precursor for fluorinated components in display technologies and dielectric fluids.
• Laboratory Research & Development: A versatile reagent for organic and medicinal chemistry research exploring fluorochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Perfluoroheptanoyl Fluoride
CAS No.	375-84-8
Molecular Formula	C7F14O
Molecular Weight	398.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorooctanoyl Fluoride (common misnomer); Tridecafluoroheptanoyl Fluoride; Heptadecafluorooctanoyl Fluoride; Perfluoro-n-heptanoyl Fluoride; PFOF (abbreviation); C7 Perfluoroacyl Fluoride; 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,7-Pentadecafluoroheptanoyl Fluoride; FC-7 Acyl Fluoride
EINECS	206-810-9

Quality Control

Our Perfluoroheptanoyl Fluoride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizers, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 0.05%

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