Description

Heptafluoroisopropyl Iodide is a highly fluorinated organic iodide compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity of the iodide group and the exceptional stability imparted by the perfluorinated isopropyl moiety. This specialty chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors, where it is used to introduce fluorinated groups to enhance product properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorinated side chains to improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where fluorine incorporation increases efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Fluorinated Polymer Production: Acts as a monomer or chain-transfer agent in the synthesis of specialty fluoropolymers with enhanced chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic semiconductors for display and electronic device applications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for nucleophilic substitution and radical reactions in complex organic molecule construction within R&D laboratories.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to create low-surface-energy, oil- and water-repellent coatings on various substrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptafluoroisopropyl Iodide
CAS No.	677-69-0
Molecular Formula	C3F7I
Molecular Weight	295.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1,2,3,3,3-Heptafluoro-2-iodopropane; 2-Iodoheptafluoropropane; Perfluoroisopropyl Iodide; Heptafluoroisopropanyl Iodide; (Perfluoropropan-2-yl)iodide; 1-Iodo-1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)propane; CF3CFICF3; HFPI
EINECS	211-637-9

Quality Control

Our Heptafluoroisopropyl Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specification results. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maximize stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~2.1 g/mL
Boiling Point	~40-42°C

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