Description

Perfluorocyclohexanecarbonyl Chloride is a highly fluorinated, reactive acyl chloride derivative characterized by its unique perfluorocyclohexyl backbone. This compound is a critical fluorinated building block for introducing lipophilic, chemically resistant, and thermally stable perfluorocyclohexyl groups into target molecules. It is essential for advanced material scientists and synthetic chemists developing high-performance polymers, specialty surfactants, and novel pharmaceutical intermediates. The global market for this specialty chemical is driven by demand in high-tech sectors requiring materials with exceptional stability and unique surface properties.

Application

• Fluorinated Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for creating high-performance fluoropolymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, and low surface energy for coatings and membranes.
• Specialty Surfactants & Surface Modifiers: Used to synthesize fluorinated surfactants and surface treatment agents that provide superior oil and water repellency, as well as reduced friction.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves as a versatile building block for introducing the metabolically stable perfluorocyclohexyl moiety into bioactive molecules, potentially improving their lipophilicity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursors: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials for advanced display technologies and electronics.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Useful for preparing fluorinated ligands that can modify the solubility and activity of catalysts in specialized organic reactions.
• Analytical Chemistry & Derivatization: Acts as a derivatization agent for analytical techniques to enhance the detection or separation of specific compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Perfluorocyclohexanecarbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	58816-79-8
Molecular Formula	C7ClF11O
Molecular Weight	332.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorocyclohexanecarbonyl Chloride; Perfluorocyclohexanoyl Chloride; Perfluoro(cyclohexanecarbonyl chloride); 1H,2H,3H,4H,5H,6H-Perfluorocyclohexanecarbonyl Chloride; Perfluorocyclohexylcarbonyl Chloride; Cyclohexanecarbonyl chloride, 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7-dodecafluoro-; Dodecafluorocyclohexanecarbonyl Chloride; FCHC-COCl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Perfluorocyclohexanecarbonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications for purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial-scale customers globally.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and reactive nature as an acyl chloride, store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from moisture, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acid Value	Contact for details
Density (at 20°C)	~1.7 g/mL

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