Description

Ethyl Pentafluorobenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity profile, particularly in coupling reactions and as a precursor for complex fluorinated molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce pentafluorophenyl groups into target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring fluorinated aromatic systems for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the pentafluorophenyl moiety can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced materials with unique electronic and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic aromatic substitution and esterification/transesterification reactions to construct complex fluorinated organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Pentafluorobenzoate
CAS No.	4522-93-4
Molecular Formula	C9H5F5O2
Molecular Weight	240.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Pentafluorobenzoate; Pentafluorobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluoro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl Perfluorobenzoate; Ethyl Pentafluorobenzene-1-carboxylate; Ethyl Pentafluorophenylcarboxylate; Ethyl Pentafluorobenzoate (C2H5O2CC6F5)
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl Pentafluorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and meet your precise research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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