Description

11-Fluoroundecanoic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain fluorinated fatty acid derivative, serving as a critical building block for advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in the unique properties imparted by the terminal fluorine atom, which can significantly alter surface energy, chemical stability, and biological activity. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients, surfactants, and fluorinated materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in metabolic and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to materials for coatings, textiles, and membranes.
• Fluorinated Surfactant Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialty surfactants and emulsifiers.
• Polymer Science: Incorporated into polymers to improve chemical resistance, reduce surface energy, and create specialty plastics.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a probe or tracer in metabolic studies due to the fluorine label.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A potential component in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	11-Fluoroundecanoic Acid
CAS No.	463-17-2
Molecular Formula	C11H21FO2
Molecular Weight	204.28 g/mol
Synonyms	11-Fluoroundecanoic Acid; Undecanoic acid, 11-fluoro-; ω-Fluoroundecanoic acid; 11-Fluoroundecylic acid; 1-Fluoroundecane-1-carboxylic acid; 10-Fluorodecanecarboxylic acid; 11-Fluoro-undecanoic acid; 11-Fluoroundecanoicacid
EINECS	207-340-2

Quality Control

Our 11-Fluoroundecanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards for research and development use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizers, and sources of ignition. Due to its acidic nature, ensure containers are made of compatible materials and are properly sealed to prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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