Description

Pfboa-Propionaldehyde is a specialized fluorinated organic compound, identified by CAS NO 932710-53-7, that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique perfluorobutoxyacetyl (PFBOA) moiety makes it a valuable precursor for introducing fluorinated segments, which are essential for modifying material properties. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors to develop novel products with enhanced stability and performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where fluorination can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved environmental and efficacy profiles.
• Advanced Material Production: Employed in the development of fluorinated polymers, surfactants, and coatings that require oil, water, and stain resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial research laboratories for introducing perfluorobutoxyacetyl groups into target molecules.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Integral to producing high-value, performance chemicals for niche industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pfboa-Propionaldehyde
CAS No.	932710-53-7
Molecular Formula	C7H5F9O3
Molecular Weight	308.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,7-Nonafluoro-3-oxoheptanal; 3-Oxo-4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,7-nonafluoroheptanal; Perfluorobutoxyacetylacetaldehyde; PFBOA-propionaldehyde; Nonafluoro-3-oxoheptanal; Heptanal, 4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,7-nonafluoro-3-oxo-; 3-Oxononafluoroheptanal
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Quality Control

Every batch of Pfboa-Propionaldehyde is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and provide comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all commercial shipments to guarantee traceability and product integrity for your critical applications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.6 g/mL

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