Description

Heptafluorobutyric Acid 1-(Butoxycarbonyl)Propyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated organic compound designed for advanced synthetic applications. This high-purity reagent is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly where the introduction of fluorine atoms or specific ester functionalities is required. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for process development and the creation of novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorinated moieties to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where fluorination improves efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals with unique surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories as a protected acid derivative or a fluorinated alkylating agent for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Proteomics & Biochemistry Research: Potentially used as a derivatization agent or a specialty solvent in analytical techniques for protein and peptide analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptafluorobutyric Acid 1-(Butoxycarbonyl)Propyl Ester
CAS No.	55649-48-4
Molecular Formula	C12H13F7O4
Molecular Weight	354.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butoxycarbonylpropyl Heptafluorobutyrate; 1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)propyl Heptafluorobutyrate; Boc-Protected Heptafluorobutyric Acid Propyl Ester; Heptafluorobutyric Acid, 1-[(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]propyl Ester; 1-(Boc)Propyl Heptafluorobutyrate; 1-(tert-Butyloxycarbonyl)propyl Perfluorobutyrate; Propanoic Acid, 2-[(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]-, 1,1,1,2,2,3,3-Heptafluoro-4-methyl-4-oxobutyl Ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of Heptafluorobutyric Acid 1-(Butoxycarbonyl)Propyl Ester is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management systems to ensure consistency and purity for critical R&D and production applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to meet exacting customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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