Description

1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluoropentan-3-Ol CAS NO 378-71-2 is a fluorinated alcohol characterized by its unique pentafluoroalkyl chain, offering a combination of high polarity, chemical stability, and potential surfactant properties. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals where fluorine's unique characteristics are required. It is needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for applications ranging from novel active ingredients to high-performance surface modifiers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, enhancing metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Precursor: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the creation of specialty fluoropolymers, coatings, and surfactants for applications requiring oil and water repellency, and chemical resistance.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve thermal stability and interfacial properties.
• Solvent for Specialty Reactions: Functions as a polar, fluorinated solvent for reactions requiring unique solvation properties or enhanced stability of sensitive intermediates.
• Material Science Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for developing novel fluorinated materials with tailored surface energies and optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluoropentan-3-Ol
CAS No.	378-71-2
Molecular Formula	C5H5F5O
Molecular Weight	200.09 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pentafluoropentanol; 3-Hydroxy-1,1,1,2,2-pentafluoropentane; Pentafluoropentyl Alcohol; 1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluoro-3-pentanol; 3-Pentanol, 1,1,1,2,2-pentafluoro-; 1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluoro-3-hydroxypentane; CF3CF2CH2CH(OH)CH3
EINECS	206-815-6

Quality Control

Our 1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluoropentan-3-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.320 - 1.340
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.350 - 1.450

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