Description

1-Bromoperfluoroheptane is a high-purity perfluorinated alkyl bromide, a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique combination of high volatility and exceptional chemical and thermal stability, making it a critical building block for performance materials. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, electronics, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise fluorination and surface modification.

Application

• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for creating high-performance, oil- and water-repellent coatings and materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Employed as a precision cleaning agent and etching gas precursor in semiconductor fabrication processes.
• Firefighting Foam (AFFF) Formulations: Serves as a raw material in the production of fluorosurfactants for aqueous film-forming foams.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Imparts extreme pressure and anti-wear properties in high-performance lubricants for demanding industrial applications.
• Refrigerant & Heat Transfer Fluid Development: Investigated as a component in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) cooling systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromoperfluoroheptane
CAS No.	375-88-2
Molecular Formula	C7BrF15
Molecular Weight	448.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoroheptyl Bromide; Heptadecafluoro-1-bromoheptane; 1-Bromoheptadecafluoroheptane; n-Perfluoroheptyl Bromide; PFHpBr; C7F15Br; Bromoperfluoroheptane
EINECS	206-796-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromoperfluoroheptane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards, with key parameters including assay, identity, and impurity profiles verified by GC, GC-MS, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.85 - 1.90 g/mL
Boiling Point	~ 142°C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%

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