Description

Octafluoroamyl Alcohol is a highly fluorinated primary alcohol characterized by its unique combination of hydrophobicity and oleophobicity. This compound is a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced fluorinated materials, offering exceptional chemical and thermal stability. It is primarily utilized in the development of specialty surfactants, surface modifiers, and high-performance polymers for demanding industrial applications.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated surfactants and emulsifiers for fire-fighting foams and specialty coatings.
• In the production of surface treatment agents to impart oil, water, and stain repellency to textiles, paper, and leather.
• As a building block for fluorinated acrylate and methacrylate monomers used in high-performance polymers and resins.
• In the formulation of specialty lubricants and greases for extreme temperature and chemical resistance.
• For the development of pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediates requiring enhanced bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• As a modifier in electronic materials, such as for dielectric fluids or in the fabrication of semiconductor components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octafluoroamyl Alcohol
CAS No.	39660-55-4
Molecular Formula	C5H4F8O
Molecular Weight	232.07 g/mol
Synonyms	1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluoropentan-1-ol; 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-Nonafluorohexan-1-ol; 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5-Octafluoro-1-pentanol; 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-Nonafluoro-1-hexanol; Perfluoroamyl Alcohol; 1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluoro-1-pentanol; F-alkyl Alcohol C6; 4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,7-Nonafluoroheptan-1-ol (isomer)
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Quality Control

Our Octafluoroamyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.315 - 1.325
Density (20°C)	1.65 - 1.75 g/mL

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