Description

1,6-Dibromoperfluorohexane is a high-purity fluorinated organic compound, serving as a critical building block for advanced materials synthesis. Its primary value lies in its unique combination of perfluorinated carbon chain stability and reactive bromine end groups, enabling precise chemical modifications. This specialty chemical is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where it is used to introduce fluorinated segments for enhanced performance properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for creating fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with increased environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Production: Serves as a monomer or chain extender for manufacturing high-performance fluoropolymers, surfactants, and coatings with oil, water, and stain repellency.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Employed in the development of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric fluids for the electronics industry.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as a versatile perfluoroalkylating agent in research and fine chemical production.
• Surface Modification Agent: Applied to impart hydrophobic and oleophobic characteristics to various material surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,6-Dibromoperfluorohexane
CAS No.	918-22-9
Molecular Formula	C6Br2F12
Molecular Weight	445.86 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro-1,6-dibromohexane; 1,6-Dibromododecafluorohexane; Dodecafluoro-1,6-dibromohexane; Hexane, 1,6-dibromododecafluoro-; Br(CF2)6Br; FC-72-DB; Perfluorohexane, 1,6-dibromo-; 1,6-Dibromo-dodecafluoro-hexane
EINECS	213-043-3

Quality Control

Our 1,6-Dibromoperfluorohexane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

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, bases, and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

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
Boiling Point	~142-145 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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