Description

Pentafluorodimethyl Ether CAS NO 3822-68-2 is a highly volatile fluorinated ether compound valued for its unique chemical and physical properties. This specialty chemical serves as a critical intermediate and functional fluid in advanced manufacturing and research sectors. It is primarily sought after by industries involved in electronics, precision cleaning, and pharmaceutical synthesis where its specific reactivity and volatility profile are essential.

Application

• Precision Cleaning Agent: Used in the electronics and semiconductor industries for cleaning delicate components and circuit boards due to its high volatility and low residue.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex fluorinated compounds for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Refrigerant & Heat Transfer Fluid: Employed as a component in specialized low-temperature refrigeration systems and heat transfer applications.
• Aerosol Propellant: Utilized in specialty aerosol formulations where specific solvency and vapor pressure characteristics are required.
• Dielectric Fluid: Acts as an insulating medium in high-voltage electrical equipment and testing apparatus.
• Solvent for Specialty Polymers: Used in the processing and purification of fluoropolymers and other high-performance materials.
• Laboratory Reagent: Applied in research and development as a reagent or solvent for fluorination reactions and analytical procedures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentafluorodimethyl Ether
CAS No.	3822-68-2
Molecular Formula	C3H3F5O
Molecular Weight	150.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,2,2,2-Pentafluorodimethyl Ether; Pentafluoroethyl Methyl Ether; HFE-245mc; Methyl Pentafluoroethyl Ether; 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethoxy)ethane; Freon 245; R-245; (Trifluoromethoxy)-1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane
EINECS	223-306-1

Quality Control

Our Pentafluorodimethyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) and infrared spectroscopy (IR), to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain purity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (36-46°F) for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.01%
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 10 ppm

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