Description

1,1,2,3,4,5,6,7-Octafluoro-1H-Indene is a highly fluorinated indene derivative, a specialized fluorinated building block prized for its unique electronic properties and chemical stability. This compound is critical for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals where the introduction of multiple fluorine atoms is required. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key fluorinated synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where fluorination improves product efficacy and environmental profile.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Acts as a monomer or building block for the synthesis of specialty fluoropolymers and functional materials with specific dielectric, surface, or optical properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the development of fluorinated components for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) due to its influence on molecular alignment and electron transport.
• Catalyst Ligand Modification: Used to create novel fluorinated ligands for catalysis, potentially enhancing catalyst performance in asymmetric synthesis and other challenging reactions.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial research exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) and the effects of perfluorination on organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,2,3,4,5,6,7-Octafluoro-1H-Indene
CAS No.	36954-58-2
Molecular Formula	C9H2F8
Molecular Weight	262.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Octafluoroindene; 1H-Indene, 1,1,2,3,4,5,6,7-octafluoro-; Perfluoroindene (common name); 1,1,2,3,4,5,6,7-Octafluoroindene; Indene, octafluoro-; 36954-58-2 (CAS RN)
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,2,3,4,5,6,7-Octafluoro-1H-Indene is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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