Description

Hexafluoroacetone is a highly reactive fluorinated ketone gas, serving as a critical building block for advanced fluorochemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring six fluorine atoms, imparts exceptional thermal stability and chemical resistance to its derivatives, making it invaluable for high-performance applications. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop products with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and contrast agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to manufacture advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Fluoropolymer Production: Serves as a monomer or comonomer for creating high-performance, chemically resistant plastics and elastomers.
• Specialty Solvents & Reagents: Acts as a reactive solvent or fluorinating agent in complex organic synthesis and electronics manufacturing.
• Surface Treatment & Coatings: Utilized to create hydrophobic, oleophobic, and chemically inert surface coatings for textiles and industrial components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexafluoroacetone
CAS No.	684-16-2
Molecular Formula	C3F6O
Molecular Weight	166.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoroacetone; HFA; 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-2-propanone; Hexafluoro-2-propanone; Perfluoro-2-propanone; Acetone, hexafluoro-; FC(O)CF3CF3
EINECS	211-674-3

Quality Control

Our Hexafluoroacetone is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can support compliance requirements for REACH, FDA, and other global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed, pressure-rated container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its gaseous and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept upright and secured. Always handle and store under appropriate conditions to prevent pressure buildup.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless gas
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 0.01%

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