Description

1,8-Dibromoperfluorooctane is a high-purity, fully fluorinated organic compound distinguished by its terminal bromine atoms, making it a valuable perfluoroalkyl bromide synthon. This compound is critical for introducing perfluorooctyl chains into target molecules, offering exceptional chemical and thermal stability alongside pronounced hydrophobic and lipophobic properties. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications requiring precise fluorination and surface modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides to enhance their environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Precursor: Acts as a starting material for manufacturing high-performance fluorosurfactants and specialty fluoropolymers.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts oil-, water-, and stain-repellent characteristics to textiles, coatings, and membranes.
• Electronics & Semiconductor Industry: Employed in the formulation of specialty fluids and etching agents for precision cleaning and surface treatment.
• Research & Development: A versatile reagent in organic synthesis for exploring new fluorochemical entities and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,8-Dibromoperfluorooctane
CAS No.	812-58-8
Molecular Formula	C8Br2F16
Molecular Weight	499.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro-1,8-dibromooctane; 1,8-Dibromoperfluorooctane; Octane, 1,8-dibromo-1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8-hexadecafluoro-; Hexadecafluoro-1,8-dibromooctane; 1,8-Dibromohexadecafluorooctane; Br(CF2)8Br; Perfluorooctyl-1,8-dibromide; FC-8-Br2
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Quality Control

Our 1,8-Dibromoperfluorooctane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

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 acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~2.1 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total

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