Description

Perfluorocyclohexyl Carboxylic Acid Fluoride is a highly fluorinated, reactive organic intermediate characterized by its unique perfluorocyclohexyl backbone. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced fluorinated materials, offering exceptional chemical and thermal stability. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating high-performance surfactants, coatings, and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel fluorinated drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, improving their weather resistance and efficacy.
• Fluorinated Surfactant Production: A key raw material for manufacturing high-performance, low-surface-tension surfactants and emulsifiers used in demanding industrial applications.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce perfluorocyclohexyl groups into polymers, enhancing their chemical resistance, thermal stability, and hydrophobic properties for coatings and advanced materials.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials used in display technologies and electronics.
• Surface Functionalization Agent: Used to modify material surfaces, imparting oil- and water-repellent (omniphobic) characteristics.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Perfluorocyclohexyl Carboxylic Acid Fluoride
CAS No.	6588-63-2
Molecular Formula	C7F12O
Molecular Weight	304.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorocyclohexanecarbonyl Fluoride; Perfluoro(cyclohexanecarboxylic acid) Fluoride; 1H,2H,3H,4H,5H,6H-Perfluorocyclohexanecarbonyl Fluoride; Cyclohexanecarbonyl Fluoride, Perfluoro-; Perfluorocyclohexylcarbonyl Fluoride; FC-6 Acid Fluoride; Perfluorocyclohexyl Formyl Fluoride
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Quality Control

Our Perfluorocyclohexyl Carboxylic Acid Fluoride is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Keep away from moisture, strong bases, and alcohols.

Specification

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

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