Description

(Carboxymethyl)Pentafluorosulfur(VI) is a specialized fluorinated organosulfur compound with the CAS registry number 762-59-4. This chemical is valued for its unique reactivity profile, serving as a versatile building block for introducing fluorosulfur and carboxylate functionalities into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for synthesizing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorosulfur motifs for enhanced metabolic stability or bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Fluorinated Polymer Research: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the development of high-performance fluoropolymers with unique surface, thermal, or chemical resistance properties.
• Electrolyte Additive Research: Investigated for use in advanced lithium-ion or other battery systems to improve electrolyte stability and performance.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to impart specific surface characteristics, such as hydrophobicity or oleophobicity, to materials in specialty coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Carboxymethyl)Pentafluorosulfur(VI)
CAS No.	762-59-4
Molecular Formula	C₂HFO₅S
Molecular Weight	168.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentafluorosulfur(VI)acetic acid; Carboxymethyl pentafluorosulfur; Acetic acid, (pentafluoro-λ⁶-sulfanyl)-; SF₅CH₂COOH; 2-(Pentafluoro-λ⁶-sulfanyl)acetic acid; Pentafluorosulfanylacetic acid; SF5-acetic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of (Carboxymethyl)Pentafluorosulfur(VI) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and traceability, meeting the rigorous demands of research and scale-up activities.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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