Description

Nonafluorobis(trifluoromethyl)cyclohexanesulphonyl fluoride is a highly fluorinated sulfonyl fluoride derivative, a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing perfluoroalkylsulfonyl groups, which impart exceptional chemical stability, hydrophobicity, and oleophobicity to target molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel fluorinated compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring enhanced metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Production: A critical precursor for manufacturing high-performance fluorosurfactants and fluoropolymers used in coatings, electronics, and aerospace applications.
• Lithium-Ion Battery Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in formulating advanced electrolyte salts and additives to improve battery safety and cycle life.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a specialized fluorinating and sulfonylating agent in complex organic transformations for academic and industrial research.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to create low-surface-energy coatings on textiles, membranes, and electronic components for water, oil, and stain repellency.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nonafluorobis(trifluoromethyl)cyclohexanesulphonyl Fluoride
CAS No.	68156-00-3
Molecular Formula	C8F16O2S
Molecular Weight	464.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro(1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4a,5,5,6,6,6a-tetradecahydro-2,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)thia-1λ6-cyclopenta[b]pentalene-1,1-dione); 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4a,5,5,6,6,6a-Tetradecafluoro-2,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)perhydro-1λ6-thia-cyclopenta[b]pentalene-1,1-dione; Perfluoro(2,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)-1,1-dioxo-1λ6-thia-cyclopenta[b]pentalene); Nonafluorobis(trifluoromethyl)cyclohexanesulfonyl fluoride
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Quality Control

Our Nonafluorobis(trifluoromethyl)cyclohexanesulphonyl fluoride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, GC-MS, and HPLC, to ensure high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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 room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.85 g/mL

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