Description

1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoroisopropyl Methacrylate is a high-purity fluorinated methacrylate monomer, a critical building block for advanced polymers. Its value lies in the unique combination of the methacrylate backbone with the hexafluoroisopropyl group, which imparts exceptional hydrophobicity, chemical resistance, and low surface energy to resulting materials. This compound is essential for R&D and production in industries requiring high-performance, specialty coatings and optical materials, where durability and specific surface properties are paramount.

Application

• Fluoropolymer Synthesis: A key monomer for producing high-performance fluorinated acrylic polymers and copolymers.
• Specialty Coatings & Paints: Used to formulate advanced coatings with superior weather resistance, chemical inertness, and low surface energy for anti-graffiti, marine, and protective applications.
• Optical Materials: Serves as a precursor for polymers used in optical fibers, lenses, and cladding materials due to potential low refractive index and high transparency.
• Hydrophobic & Oleophobic Surfaces: Essential for creating surfaces that repel water, oil, and stains, used in textiles, electronics, and automotive finishes.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Imparts enhanced environmental stability and adhesion to difficult substrates in high-performance adhesive formulations.
• Lithography & Photoresists: Used in the development of advanced photoresists for semiconductor manufacturing, leveraging its specific reactivity and properties.
• Biomedical Materials: Investigated for use in biocompatible coatings and materials where chemical stability and specific surface interactions are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoroisopropyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	3063-94-3
Molecular Formula	C7H6F6O2
Molecular Weight	236.11 g/mol
Synonyms	HFIPMA; Hexafluoroisopropyl Methacrylate; 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethyl methacrylate; 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2-propyl methacrylate; Methacrylic Acid 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2-propyl Ester; 2-(Methacryloyloxy)-1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoropropane; 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoroisopropanol Methacrylate
EINECS	221-296-0

Quality Control

Our 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoroisopropyl Methacrylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We can support compliance requirements for various 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 acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) for long-term stability to minimize potential polymerization. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50-200 ppm
Density (at 20°C)	~1.45 g/mL

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