Description

1-Bromoperfluorononane is a high-purity, fully fluorinated bromoalkane characterized by its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced material synthesis, valued for its ability to introduce perfluorinated chains and bromine functionality. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the electronics, specialty polymer, and surface treatment industries for applications demanding high-performance fluorochemical properties.

Application

• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Synthesis: A key intermediate for manufacturing high-performance fluorosurfactants, fluorinated acrylates, and specialty polymers with oil, water, and stain repellency.
• Electronics Industry: Used in the formulation of heat transfer fluids for immersion cooling of servers and as a precursor for dielectric fluids and specialty cleaning agents in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts low surface energy and chemical resistance to textiles, coatings, and membranes, enhancing their durability and performance.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves as a versatile building block for introducing perfluorinated moieties into bioactive molecules during research and development.
• Firefighting Foam Precursor (Legacy/Controlled Applications): Historically used in the synthesis of certain fluorosurfactants for aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis and material science research due to its well-defined perfluorinated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromoperfluorononane
CAS No.	558-96-3
Molecular Formula	C9BrF19
Molecular Weight	548.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorononyl bromide; Nonadecafluorononyl bromide; 1-Bromononadecafluorononane; Bromoperfluorononane; PFNB; C9-PFBr; FC-95-18Br; FC-95Br; Perfluoro-1-bromononane; 1-Bromoheptadecafluorononane (common misnomer); Heptadecafluoro-1-bromononane (common misnomer)
EINECS	209-200-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromoperfluorononane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our production adheres to ISO 9001 standards, and we support compliance with global regulatory frameworks such as REACH.

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, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. Ensure containers are kept upright to prevent leakage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.90 - 1.93 g/mL
Boiling Point	~160 - 165 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 10 ppm

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