Description

5,5,6,6,6-Pentafluorohexan-1-ol is a fluorinated primary alcohol characterized by a terminal hydroxyl group and a perfluorinated pentyl chain, offering a unique combination of hydrophobicity and potential reactivity. This compound is valued for its ability to impart specific surface properties and act as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for introducing fluorinated alkyl chains into drug molecules to enhance metabolic stability, lipophilicity, and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved weather resistance and biological activity.
• Surface Modifier & Coating Additive: Imparts oil, water, and stain repellency to surfaces, textiles, and specialty papers due to its low surface energy fluorocarbon segment.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or chain-transfer agent in the synthesis of fluorinated polymers, elastomers, and surfactants with unique thermal and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of fluorinated components for liquid crystal mixtures and electronic coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution, esterification, and etherification reactions to create complex fluorinated molecules for research.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,5,6,6,6-Pentafluorohexan-1-ol
CAS No.	58556-45-9
Molecular Formula	C6H7F5O
Molecular Weight	190.11 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5,6,6,6-Pentafluoro-1-hexanol; 1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluoro-1-hexanol; 3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluorobutylmethanol; 2,2,3,3,3-Pentafluoropropyl Ethanol; 5,5,6,6,6-Pentafluorohexanol; 1-Hexanol, 5,5,6,6,6-pentafluoro-; Perfluoro-tert-butyl Ethanol; Pentafluorohexyl Alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 5,5,6,6,6-Pentafluorohexan-1-ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

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

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