Description

3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-Nonafluorohexanoyl Chloride is a high-value fluorinated acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block for introducing perfluorobutyl segments into target molecules. Its primary value lies in enabling the synthesis of advanced materials with enhanced properties such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, and unique surface characteristics. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to incorporate fluorinated functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key reagent for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with fluorinated side chains to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorinated group can enhance activity and environmental persistence.
• Fluorinated Polymer & Surfactant Production: A crucial monomer for creating specialty polymers, coatings, and surfactants with oil-, water-, and stain-repellent properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials for display and semiconductor applications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile acylating agent in research laboratories for the introduction of the perfluorobutyl carbonyl moiety.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-Nonafluorohexanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	64018-24-2
Molecular Formula	C6H2ClF9O
Molecular Weight	296.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorobutyryl Chloride (common name); 4,4,5,5,6,6,6-Heptafluoro-3,3-bis(trifluoromethyl)hexanoyl Chloride (IUPAC); Nonafluorohexanoyl Chloride; 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-Nonafluoro-1-hexanoyl Chloride; 1-Heptanoyl Chloride, 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-nonafluoro-; PFBA-Cl (abbreviation); Perfluorobutanoic Acid Chloride
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Quality Control

Our 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-Nonafluorohexanoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts vigorously with water, alcohols, and strong bases. Keep under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.