Description

Methyl Nonaflate is a high-purity fluorinated organic ester, a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique perfluorinated alkyl chain, which imparts exceptional chemical stability, hydrophobicity, and oleophobicity to final products. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to incorporate fluorinated functionalities for enhanced performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring fluorinated motifs for improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with increased rainfastness and efficacy.
• Surface Treatment Agent: Employed in the formulation of high-performance coatings, textiles, and membranes to confer oil, water, and stain repellency.
• Fluorinated Surfactant Precursor: A critical raw material for manufacturing specialty surfactants and emulsifiers used in demanding industrial and fire-fighting foams.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce fluorinated side chains into polymers, enhancing their chemical resistance and lowering surface energy for specialized applications.
• Electronics Industry: Acts as a reagent in the production of fluorinated compounds for electronic chemicals and precision cleaning agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Nonaflate
CAS No.	6401-03-2
Molecular Formula	C10H5F17O2
Molecular Weight	480.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Perfluorononanoate; Methyl Heptadecafluorononanoate; Methyl 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,9,9,9-Heptadecafluorononanoate; Perfluorononanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Nonafluoropelargonate; Methyl H-PFDA; C9 Perfluorinated Methyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Nonaflate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for sensitive applications in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as HF)	≤ 0.01%

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