Description

1-Bromoheptadecafluorooctane is a highly fluorinated organic bromide compound, a key perfluorinated building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its exceptional chemical and thermal stability, combined with the reactivity of the bromine atom, making it an indispensable intermediate for introducing perfluorooctyl chains. This specialty chemical is critically needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and high-performance materials sectors for creating fluorinated active ingredients, surfactants, and polymers with unique properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Production: Acts as a building block for manufacturing high-performance fluorosurfactants, fluoropolymers, and coatings that offer oil, water, and stain resistance.
• Electronic Chemicals: Employed in the production of specialty fluids and etching agents for the semiconductor and electronics manufacturing industries.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in R&D for developing novel fluorinated materials with specific surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated components for display and lighting technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromoheptadecafluorooctane
CAS No.	423-55-2
Molecular Formula	C8BrF17
Molecular Weight	498.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorooctyl Bromide; Heptadecafluoro-1-bromooctane; 1-Bromoperfluorooctane; Octane, 1-bromoheptadecafluoro-; PFOB; Perfluorooctylbromide; C8F17Br; 1-Bromo-1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-heptadecafluorooctane
EINECS	207-028-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromoheptadecafluorooctane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reactive metals. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed to prevent evaporation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, although it can be stored at controlled room temperature for shorter periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.92 - 1.94 g/mL
Boiling Point	142 - 144 °C
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.300 - 1.304
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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