Description

Heptafluoro-2-Naphthol is a highly fluorinated aromatic alcohol, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a naphthalene core with seven fluorine substituents, imparts exceptional chemical stability, lipophilicity, and electronic properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, where it serves as a critical intermediate for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates where bioavailability and metabolic stability are enhanced.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging fluorine's ability to improve biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a fluorinated precursor for electronic materials, contributing to the thermal stability and electro-optical performance of displays and lighting.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to improve chemical resistance, reduce surface energy, and enhance durability for coatings and high-performance plastics.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a protecting group due to its reactive phenolic hydroxyl group and stable fluorinated backbone.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination chemistry and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptafluoro-2-Naphthol
CAS No.	727-49-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₃F₇O
Molecular Weight	272.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthol, Heptafluoro-; Perfluoro-2-naphthol; 1,1,1,3,4,5,5,6,7,7,7-Undecafluoro-2-naphthol (incorrect but common alias); 2-Hydroxyheptafluoronaphthalene; Heptafluoronaphthalen-2-ol; NSC 88487; 2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Heptafluoro-1-naphthol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Heptafluoro-2-Naphthol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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