Description

Thiocyanic Acid 5-Fluoropentyl Ester is a specialized organosulfur and organofluorine compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, combining a thiocyanate (SCN) group with a fluorinated alkyl chain, makes it a versatile building block for introducing both sulfur and fluorine functionalities into target molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an electrophilic thiocyanation agent or a source of the 5-fluoropentyl moiety in nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and coatings with unique surface properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel sulfur- and fluorine-containing ligands for transition metal catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiocyanic Acid 5-Fluoropentyl Ester
CAS No.	661-18-7
Molecular Formula	C6H10FNOS
Molecular Weight	147.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoropentyl thiocyanate; 1-Fluoro-5-thiocyanatopentane; Pentane, 1-fluoro-5-thiocyanato-; 5-Fluoropentyl rhodanide; Thiocyanic acid, 5-fluoropentyl ester; 5-Fluoropentyl isothiocyanate (common misnomer); SC6F (abbrev.); 661-18-7 (CAS registry)
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Quality Control

Every batch of Thiocyanic Acid 5-Fluoropentyl Ester is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure consistency and compliance with customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided and available upon request.

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 moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.