Description

1-Fluoroheptane is a valuable fluorinated organic building block, specifically a seven-carbon alkyl fluoride. Its primary commercial value lies in its utility as a versatile intermediate for introducing fluorine atoms into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Its highly volatile nature also makes it a candidate for specialized applications in materials science and electronics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced stability and bioavailability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or a source of fluorine in nucleophilic substitution and cross-coupling reactions.
• Materials Science Research: Employed in the development of fluorinated surfactants, polymers, and liquid crystals.
• Electronics Industry: Investigated for use in specialty solvents for cleaning or deposition processes in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be used as a reference standard or solvent in gas chromatography and mass spectrometry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluoroheptane
CAS No.	661-11-0
Molecular Formula	C7H15F
Molecular Weight	118.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptyl Fluoride; n-Heptyl Fluoride; Fluorooctane (common misnomer); 1-Fluorooctane (common misnomer); n-C7H15F; F-heptane; HEPTANE, 1-FLUORO-
EINECS	211-548-9

Quality Control

Our 1-Fluoroheptane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Key parameters such as identity, purity, and impurity profiles are verified using techniques including GC, GC-MS, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain purity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.78 - 0.80 g/mL
Boiling Point	118 - 122 °C

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