Description

Diethyl Hexafluoroglutarate is a high-purity fluorinated ester building block of significant industrial importance. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and specialty chemicals, valued for its unique fluorinated structure which imparts desirable properties like enhanced stability and lipophilicity. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for fluorinated polymers, coatings, and elastomers with enhanced chemical and thermal resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile fluorinated synthon in research for introducing hexafluoroglutaryl groups into target molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Potential intermediate in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals and electronic material additives.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to surfaces in specialty coating formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl Hexafluoroglutarate
CAS No.	424-40-8
Molecular Formula	C9H10F6O4
Molecular Weight	296.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl Perfluoroglutarate; Hexafluoroglutaric Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 2,2,3,3,4,4-Hexafluoropentanedioate; Ethyl Hexafluoroglutarate; 2,2,3,3,4,4-Hexafluoropentanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester; Perfluoroglutaric Acid Diethyl Ester; DFG-Diethyl Ester
EINECS	207-038-5

Quality Control

Our Diethyl Hexafluoroglutarate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.355 - 1.365
Density (20°C)	1.45 - 1.55 g/mL

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