Description

7-Chloroperfluoroheptanoyl Chloride is a highly fluorinated, reactive acyl chloride derivative that serves as a critical building block for introducing perfluoroalkyl chains into target molecules. Its value lies in enabling the synthesis of advanced materials with exceptional chemical resistance, thermal stability, and unique surface properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where its perfluorinated segment imparts critical performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create novel herbicides and pesticides with improved rainfastness and environmental persistence.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Production: Serves as a monomer or modifier for producing high-performance fluoropolymers, coatings, and surfactants with oil, water, and stain repellency.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Employed in the development of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials for advanced display and semiconductor applications.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to graft perfluoroalkyl groups onto various substrates, creating low-surface-energy, non-stick, or anti-fouling surfaces.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic and medicinal chemistry for exploring new compounds with fluorinated motifs.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Chloroperfluoroheptanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	662-62-4
Molecular Formula	C7Cl2F13O
Molecular Weight	398.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoroheptanoyl Chloride, 7-Chloro-; 1-Chloro-1-oxo-2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,7-tridecafluoroheptane; Heptanoyl chloride, 7-chloro-2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,7-tridecafluoro-; 7-Chlorotridecafluoroheptanoyl Chloride; Tridecafluoro-7-chloroheptanoyl chloride; C7-Perfluoroalkyl acid chloride (with terminal Cl); F13C7COCl (with terminal Cl)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Chloroperfluoroheptanoyl Chloride is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts violently with water, alcohols, and strong bases. Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation from moisture and ensure maximum shelf life.

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

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