Description

1-Fluoropentane is a specialized fluorinated alkane with the CAS number 592-50-7, valued for its unique combination of high volatility and chemical reactivity. This compound serves as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis, where its fluorine atom introduces specific electronic and steric properties. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for applications requiring precise fluorination.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key fluorinating agent or precursor in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in specific chemical reactions and extraction processes where a volatile, fluorinated solvent is required.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a reagent for introducing the pentyl fluoride moiety into more complex organic molecules.
• Materials Science Research: Used in the development of fluorinated polymers, coatings, and surface modifiers.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be used as a standard or reference material in chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluoropentane
CAS No.	592-50-7
Molecular Formula	C5H11F
Molecular Weight	90.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentyl Fluoride; n-Amyl Fluoride; n-Pentyl Fluoride; Fluoropentane; 1-Fluoro-n-pentane; 1-Fluoropentane; F-Pentane; Amyl fluoride
EINECS	209-750-3

Quality Control

Our 1-Fluoropentane is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformance to specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and strong oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	0.78 - 0.82 g/mL
Boiling Point	62 - 64 °C

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