Description

1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-6-iodohexane is a specialized fluorinated and iodinated alkane building block, valued for its unique combination of fluorine and iodine atoms which impart distinct reactivity and physical properties. This compound is critical for advanced material synthesis and pharmaceutical research, where its structure enables precise chemical modifications. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel compounds and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorine and iodine motifs to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorinated chain can enhance lipid permeability and environmental persistence.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals that require specific dielectric properties or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent for nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions, leveraging the iodine atom as a handle for further functionalization.
• Fluorinated Surfactant/Additive Precursor: Utilized in the production of high-performance surfactants, lubricants, and fire-fighting foams due to the hydrophobic and oleophobic nature of the perfluorinated segment.
• Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Tracer Development: The iodine atom provides a potential site for radioisotope labeling (e.g., I-124) for use in medical imaging research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-6-iodohexane
CAS No.	99324-97-7
Molecular Formula	C7H6F7I
Molecular Weight	350.02 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Iodo-1,1,1,2-tetrafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)hexane; 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoro-2-trifluoromethyl-6-iodohexane; Perfluoro(2-methyl-3-iodohexane) (common naming); 3-Iodoperfluoro-2-methylhexane; F(CF(CF3)CF2CH2CH2CH2I) (abbreviated formula); Hexane, 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-6-iodo-; Iodo-perfluorinated hexane derivative
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-6-iodohexane is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request, and we adhere to relevant ISO 9001 quality management standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Due to the light-sensitive nature indicated, containers should be amber glass or otherwise opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~1.9 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.35

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