Speciality Chemicals

Methyl Nonafluorobutyl Ether

  • CAS No.163702-07-6
  • GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
  • Availability● In Stock

High-purity methyl nonafluorobutyl ether (CAS 163702-07-6), a specialty fluorochemical solvent used in advanced material synthesis and pharmaceutical R&D.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

Methyl nonafluorobutyl ether is a high-performance perfluorinated ether compound widely utilized as a specialty solvent and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. With the molecular formula C5H3F9O and a molecular weight of 250.06 g/mol, this compound exhibits exceptional thermal and chemical stability due to its fully fluorinated alkyl chain. It appears as a transparent liquid at room temperature and is valued for its low surface tension, high volatility, and inertness under a broad range of reaction conditions.

Specifications

Molecular FormulaC5H3F9O
Molecular Weight250.062 g/mol
CAS Number163702-07-6
AppearanceTransparent liquid
Density1.529 g/mL at 20 °C
Boiling Point60 °C (lit.)
Melting Point−135 °C (lit.)
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.30 (lit.)

Industrial Applications

This fluorochemical serves as a critical building block in the development of novel materials, including fluoropolymers, surfactants, and electronic-grade cleaning agents. Its unique physicochemical profile makes it suitable for use in:

  • Pharmaceutical research as an inert reaction medium for sensitive transformations
  • Agrochemical innovation for synthesizing fluorine-containing active ingredients
  • Lithium battery electrolyte formulations requiring non-flammable solvents
  • Precision cleaning in semiconductor and microelectronics manufacturing

As part of a comprehensive fluorochemical portfolio, methyl nonafluorobutyl ether supports industrial clients seeking reliable, high-purity reagents with consistent batch-to-batch quality and full regulatory documentation.