Description

8-Bromo-1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4-Nonafluorooctane is a highly fluorinated bromoalkane, a versatile building block prized for its unique combination of fluorine and bromine atoms. This compound is critical for introducing perfluorinated segments and reactive bromine sites into complex molecular architectures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require specialized fluorinated intermediates for synthesis and product development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for introducing perfluoroalkyl chains into bioactive molecules, potentially modifying their lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms can enhance activity and environmental persistence.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Precursor: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialty surfactants, coatings, and polymers with oil- and water-repellent properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electronic applications requiring specific dielectric properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The bromine atom provides a handle for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) or nucleophilic substitution, enabling diverse chemical pathways.
• Refrigerant & Heat Transfer Fluid Research: Investigated as a potential component or precursor in next-generation fluorinated working fluids due to its specific physical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	8-Bromo-1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4-Nonafluorooctane
CAS No.	38436-18-9
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrF9
Molecular Weight	327.00 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-nonafluorohexane; 8-Bromoperfluorooctane; Perfluorohexyl ethyl bromide; 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-Nonafluoro-1-bromohexane; 1-Bromo-3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-nonafluoro-hexane; 8-Bromo-1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4-nonafluorooctane; Nonafluorobutylethyl bromide
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Quality Control

Our 8-Bromo-1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4-Nonafluorooctane is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability for your critical R&D and production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reactive metals. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~1.8 g/mL

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