Description

2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Heptafluorobutyraldehyde Hydrate is a high-value fluorinated aldehyde building block, offering unique reactivity and physicochemical properties due to its perfluorobutyl chain. This compound is critical for introducing the heptafluorobutyl moiety into target molecules, significantly altering their lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and electronic characteristics. It is primarily sought by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where the heptafluorobutyl group enhances bioavailability and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Used in the production of fluorinated components for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes, improving performance and durability.
• Advanced Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent to create specialty fluoropolymers with enhanced chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Surface Treatment & Coating Formulations: Imparts oleophobic and hydrophobic properties to surfaces for applications in textiles, optics, and protective coatings.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Employed in the design of novel fluorinated ligands for catalysis, particularly in asymmetric synthesis.
• Research & Development (R&D): A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Heptafluorobutyraldehyde Hydrate
CAS No.	907607-07-2
Molecular Formula	C4H3F7O2
Molecular Weight	216.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptafluorobutyraldehyde Hydrate; 2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Heptafluoro-1-butanal Hydrate; Perfluorobutyraldehyde Hydrate; 4,4,5,5,6,6,6-Heptafluoro-3-oxohexanal (tautomer); NSC 83624; FC-329; FC 329; FC329
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Quality Control

Our 2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Heptafluorobutyraldehyde Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request, supporting your regulatory and R&D requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) and minimize exposure to air and moisture during use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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