Description

Perfluorooctyl Iodide is a high-value perfluoroalkyl iodide, a key intermediate in organofluorine chemistry. This compound is essential for introducing the highly stable and hydrophobic perfluorooctyl group into target molecules, imparting unique properties like oil and water repellency, chemical inertness, and low surface energy. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, materials science, and specialty surfactant industries for synthesizing advanced fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Production: A crucial precursor for manufacturing perfluoropolyethers (PFPEs), fluorinated acrylates, and high-performance surfactants used in coatings, fire-fighting foams, and electronics.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to create low-surface-energy, oil- and water-repellent coatings for textiles, paper, and membranes.
• Material Science Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D to develop novel fluorinated materials with specific thermal, chemical, or electronic properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Acts as an intermediate for fluorinated compounds used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and semiconductor processing fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Perfluorooctyl Iodide
CAS No.	507-63-1
Molecular Formula	C8F17I
Molecular Weight	545.96 g/mol
Synonyms	1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluorooctyl Iodide; 1-Iodo-1H,1H,2H,2H-perfluorooctane; 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-Tridecafluoro-1-iodooctane; Heptadecafluoro-1-iodooctane; Perfluoro-n-octyl iodide; n-Perfluorooctyl iodide; PFOI; 1-Iodoperfluorooctane
EINECS	208-080-6

Quality Control

Our Perfluorooctyl Iodide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR to confirm identity and purity, ensuring it meets the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key specifications such as assay and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maximize stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~2.1 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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