Description

1-Fluoropropane is a versatile fluorinated hydrocarbon with the CAS number 460-13-9, valued for its role as a key intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its high volatility makes it particularly useful in applications requiring rapid evaporation and phase transfer. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking efficient fluorination agents and specialty solvents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where the fluorine atom enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, leveraging fluorine's ability to improve compound efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a high-volatility solvent for coatings, precision cleaning, and extraction processes where rapid drying is critical.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a fundamental reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for introducing fluorine into molecular scaffolds.
• Refrigerant & Propellant Formulation: A potential component in next-generation, low-global-warming-potential (GWP) blends for refrigeration and aerosol systems.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Used in the cleaning and etching stages of semiconductor and electronic component fabrication.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluoropropane
CAS No.	460-13-9
Molecular Formula	C3H7F
Molecular Weight	62.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Propyl Fluoride; n-Propyl Fluoride; Fluoropropane; 1-Fluoropropane; n-Fluoropropane; FPC 31; R-281fa; HFC-281fa
EINECS	207-316-3

Quality Control

Our 1-Fluoropropane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to meet the exacting standards of industrial and research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, water content, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.01%
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 0.005%

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