Description

Pentafluoroethylthioacetic Acid is a specialized fluorinated organic acid featuring a pentafluoroethylthio moiety, offering unique reactivity and physical properties. This compound is a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis, enabling the introduction of highly fluorinated groups to modify solubility, stability, and biological activity. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor for synthesizing fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Material Science: Used in the development of fluorinated polymers, surfactants, and coatings to impart oil/water repellency and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Intermediate for fluorine-containing liquid crystal materials and electronic chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing the pentafluoroethylthio group into complex molecules in medicinal and process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentafluoroethylthioacetic Acid
CAS No.	77758-98-6
Molecular Formula	C4H3F5O2S
Molecular Weight	210.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Pentafluoroethylthio)acetic Acid; Acetic acid, 2-[(pentafluoroethyl)thio]-; Pentafluoroethylthio-acetic acid; 2-(Perfluoroethylthio)acetic Acid; S-Pentafluoroethyl Thioglycolic Acid; Pentafluoroethylmercaptoacetic Acid; Pentafluoroethylthioethanoic Acid; 77758-98-6
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Quality Control

Our Pentafluoroethylthioacetic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and a strong acid; ensure containers are sealed tightly after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and corrosion.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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