Description

Pentafluoro-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)benzene is a highly fluorinated aromatic ether compound, distinguished by its unique combination of pentafluorophenyl and trifluoroethoxy substituents. This structure imparts exceptional chemical stability, low surface energy, and high electron-withdrawing character, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance fluorinated materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing fluorinated drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents, where fluorine substitution enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorinated moiety improves lipophilicity, rainfastness, and overall efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core component or side-chain modifier in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, contributing to improved dielectric anisotropy, thermal stability, and emission efficiency.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Employed in the synthesis of high-performance polymers, including fluorinated polyethers, polyarylates, and coatings that require exceptional chemical resistance, low refractive index, and hydrophobic properties.
• Surface Modification Agent: Utilized to create low-surface-energy coatings for textiles, electronics, and optical devices, providing water, oil, and stain repellency.
• Lithography & Semiconductor Processing: Investigated as a potential photoresist additive or etching agent in advanced semiconductor manufacturing due to its volatility and stability under plasma conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentafluoro-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)benzene
CAS No.	6669-03-0
Molecular Formula	C8H2F8O
Molecular Weight	266.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Pentafluorophenoxy)-2,2,2-trifluoroethane; 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl pentafluorophenyl ether; Pentafluorophenyl 2,2,2-trifluoroethyl ether; (2,2,2-Trifluoroethoxy)pentafluorobenzene; α,α,α-Trifluoroethyl pentafluorophenyl ether; C8H2F8O; 6669-03-0
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Quality Control

Our production of Pentafluoro-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)benzene adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting critical parameters. Our quality system supports compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

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

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