Description

5-Fluorohexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated organic ester with the CAS number 63765-77-5. This compound serves as a valuable fluorinated building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering a reactive handle for introducing fluorine-containing hexanoate motifs into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the synthesis of novel fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging fluorine's ability to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various organic reactions, including esterifications, alkylations, and as a precursor for corresponding acids or alcohols, to create complex fluorinated structures.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers and coatings with unique surface properties, such as oil and water repellency.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Investigated as a component or intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and electronic materials for display and semiconductor applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Fluorohexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	63765-77-5
Molecular Formula	C8H15FO2
Molecular Weight	162.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-Fluorohexanoate; 5-Fluorohexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 5-Fluorocaproate; 5-Fluoro-caproic Acid Ethyl Ester; Hexanoic acid, 5-fluoro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-fluorohexanoate; 63765-77-5; 5-Fluorohexanoic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 5-Fluorohexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its properties as a strong acid/organic solvent and high volatility, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed and stored at recommended room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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