Description

Carbonic Acid [1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-Dodecafluoro-6-[(Methoxycarbonyl)Oxy]Hexyl]=Methyl Ester is a highly fluorinated carbonate ester, a specialty chemical characterized by its unique perfluoroalkyl chain. This structure imparts significant chemical and thermal stability, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring fluorinated motifs to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms improve efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance fluoropolymers with exceptional chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Surface Modification Agent: Utilized to create hydrophobic and oleophobic coatings for textiles, electronics, and medical devices.
• Lithium-Ion Battery Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in advanced electrolyte formulations to improve battery cycle life and safety at high voltages.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a fluorinated carbonate source in various organic transformations, including esterifications and carbonate exchange reactions under specific conditions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Carbonic Acid [1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-Dodecafluoro-6-[(Methoxycarbonyl)Oxy]Hexyl]=Methyl Ester
CAS No.	55521-16-9
Molecular Formula	C11H6F12O6
Molecular Weight	438.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-[(methoxycarbonyl)oxy]-1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-dodecafluorohexyl carbonate; Perfluorohexyl Methyl Dicarbonate; 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-Dodecafluorohexane-1,6-diyl bis(methyl carbonate); Bis(methyl carbonate) of Perfluoro-1,6-hexanediol; Fluorinated Hexylene Carbonate Ester; F6H6 Methyl Dicarbonate; CAS 55521-16-9
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Quality Control

Our production of Carbonic Acid [1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-Dodecafluoro-6-[(Methoxycarbonyl)Oxy]Hexyl]=Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. We support compliance with REACH and other global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Density (20°C)	~1.6 g/cm³

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