Description

4-(2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Heptafluorobutoxy)-4-Oxobut-2-Enoic Acid is a high-value fluorinated organic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block for advanced material synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a heptafluorobutyl ether linkage and an α,β-unsaturated dicarboxylic acid moiety, enables precise modification of polymer backbones and small molecule pharmaceuticals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require intermediates with tailored solubility, stability, and bioactivity profiles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorinated groups to enhance metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides and pesticides where the fluorinated chain improves lipophilicity and environmental persistence.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for producing fluorinated polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, low surface energy, and unique optical properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving charge transport and alignment.
• Surface Coating Additive: Imparts oil- and water-repellent characteristics to advanced coatings and finishes.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in Michael addition and other condensation reactions to introduce fluorinated segments into complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-(2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Heptafluorobutoxy)-4-Oxobut-2-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	952584-86-0
Molecular Formula	C10H7F7O5
Molecular Weight	340.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Heptafluorobutoxy)-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid; 2-Butenedioic acid, 4-(heptafluorobutoxy)-; (E)-4-(Perfluorobutoxy)-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid; 4-Oxo-4-(perfluorobutoxy)but-2-enoic acid; Heptafluorobutyl maleic acid derivative; HFBO-MA; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Heptafluorobutoxy)-4-Oxobut-2-Enoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with your project requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept sealed under dry conditions to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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