Description

1-Fluorotetradecane is a high-purity, straight-chain fluorinated alkane, a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers seeking to introduce fluorine atoms into long hydrocarbon chains, thereby modifying physical properties and chemical reactivity. It is particularly relevant for the development of specialty surfactants, liquid crystals, and pharmaceutical intermediates where precise fluorination is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of fluorinated drug candidates, leveraging fluorine's ability to enhance metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Specialty Surfactant & Fluorosurfactant Precursor: Used in the synthesis of high-performance, low-surface-tension surfactants for coatings, fire-fighting foams, and electronics.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a fluorinated alkyl chain component to tune the dielectric anisotropy and viscosity of liquid crystal mixtures for displays.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and cross-coupling reactions to create complex fluorinated molecules for agrochemicals and materials science.
• Reference Standard & Analytical Chemistry: Used as a pure standard in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) for method development and quantification.
• Surface Modification & Coatings: Imparts hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to surfaces when incorporated into polymer coatings or self-assembled monolayers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluorotetradecane
CAS No.	73180-09-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₉F
Molecular Weight	216.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetradecyl fluoride; n-Tetradecyl fluoride; 1-Fluorotetradecane; Fluorotetradecane; Tetradecane, 1-fluoro-; n-Tetradecylfluoride; F-Tetradecane; Perfluoroalkyl intermediate precursor
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Quality Control

Our 1-Fluorotetradecane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, water content, and impurity profile.

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 bases and reactive metals. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~0.82 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.42

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