Description

Decafluoro-1,2-Epoxycyclohexane is a highly fluorinated cyclic epoxide, a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its unique reactivity profile, offering a versatile fluorinated building block to introduce perfluorocyclohexyl groups into target molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for developing novel fluorinated compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key fluorinated synthon in the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the perfluorocyclohexyl moiety can enhance lipophilicity and environmental persistence.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating fluorinated polymers, coatings, and elastomers with exceptional chemical resistance, thermal stability, and low surface energy.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for high-performance display and electronic cooling applications.
• Surface Modification & Additives: Utilized to create surface-active agents or additives that impart oil, water, and stain repellency to textiles, papers, and other substrates.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Functions as a versatile electrophile in ring-opening reactions and other transformations to construct complex fluorinated organic architectures in academic and industrial research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decafluoro-1,2-Epoxycyclohexane
CAS No.	5927-67-3
Molecular Formula	C6F10O
Molecular Weight	278.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro-1,2-epoxycyclohexane; 1,2-Epoxyperfluorocyclohexane; Decafluorocyclohexene oxide; 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7-Decafluoro-7-oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane; Octadecafluoroepoxycyclohexane (common misnomer); Perfluorocyclohexene oxide; FCO (abbreviation in fluorochemistry); Hexafluoro-1,2-epoxycyclohexane (incorrect but sometimes used)
EINECS	227-676-7

Quality Control

Our Decafluoro-1,2-Epoxycyclohexane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent evaporation and potential pressure buildup. For long-term stability, storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended to minimize potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.05%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.310 - 1.320
Boiling Point	~ 105-108 °C
Density (20°C)	~ 1.75 g/mL

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