Description

Octafluoroadiponitrile is a highly fluorinated aliphatic dinitrile compound, a key building block in advanced material synthesis. Its unique perfluorinated carbon chain and dual nitrile functional groups make it a valuable precursor for high-performance polymers and specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where its fluorine content imparts critical properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for the development of novel fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, high-efficacy fluorinated pesticides and herbicides.
• Fluoropolymer & Elastomer Production: Acts as a critical monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty fluoropolymers with enhanced chemical and thermal resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials for advanced display and electronic applications.
• Surface Modification & Coatings: Utilized to create low-surface-energy, oil- and water-repellent coatings for textiles, optics, and industrial equipment.
• Specialty Solvent & Reaction Medium: Functions as an inert, high-boiling-point solvent for demanding fluorination and other specialty chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Octafluoroadiponitrile
CAS No.	376-53-4
Molecular Formula	C6F8N2
Molecular Weight	228.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoroadiponitrile; 1,6-Dicyanoperfluorohexane; Octafluorohexanedinitrile; Perfluorohexanedinitrile; Hexanedinitrile, octafluoro-; Adiponitrile, octafluoro-; FC-26 Dinitrile
EINECS	206-796-8

Quality Control

Our Octafluoroadiponitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high 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 organic solvents. Recommended long-term storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maintain stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	1.65 - 1.68 g/mL
Boiling Point	~145°C

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