Description

6-Fluoro-1-Hexanethiol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a terminal thiol group and a fluorine atom at the omega position. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for introducing both sulfur and fluorine moieties into target molecules, enabling the fine-tuning of material properties. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications such as ligand synthesis, surface modification, and the development of novel chemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthon for introducing fluorinated thiol groups into drug candidates, potentially improving metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides where the fluorine-thiol combination can enhance biological activity.
• Surface Functionalization Agent: Acts as a molecular linker for modifying gold, silver, or other metal surfaces to create self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) for sensors and electronic devices.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a chain-transfer agent or cross-linking monomer in the synthesis of specialty fluorinated polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing activity-based probes or affinity labels to study enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: A precursor for creating fluorinated thiolate ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and nanoparticle stabilization.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	6-Fluoro-1-Hexanethiol
CAS No.	408-09-3
Molecular Formula	C6H13FS
Molecular Weight	136.23 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Fluorohexane-1-thiol; 1-Hexanethiol, 6-fluoro-; 6-Fluorohexyl mercaptan; 6-Fluoro-1-mercaptohexane; (6-Fluorohexyl)thiol; 6-Fluorohexanethiol; F(CH2)6SH
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Fluoro-1-Hexanethiol is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.

Specification

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

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