Speciality Chemicals

Perfluoro-tert-butyl Alcohol

  • CAS No.2378-02-1
  • GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
  • Availability● In Stock

High-purity Perfluoro-tert-butyl Alcohol designed for advanced fluorination reactions and pharmaceutical research applications.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

Perfluoro-tert-butyl Alcohol, also known as PFTB, represents a highly specialized fluorinated organic compound essential for modern chemical synthesis and materials science. As a perfluoroalkyl alcohol, it exhibits unique physicochemical properties derived from the strong electron-withdrawing nature of the fluorine atoms surrounding the hydroxyl group. This structural configuration results in significantly enhanced acidity compared to non-fluorinated analogs, making it an invaluable reagent in complex organic transformations.

Our facility produces this compound under strict quality control standards to ensure consistency across batches. The material serves as a critical building block for researchers and industrial chemists working on advanced fluorine-containing molecules. Due to its stability and specific solvation characteristics, it is frequently employed in environments where conventional solvents fail to provide the necessary reaction conditions.

Key Specifications

ParameterValue
CAS Number2378-02-1
Molecular FormulaC4HF9O
Molecular Weight236.04 g/mol
AppearanceColorless liquid
Density1.693 g/mL at 25 °C
Boiling Point45 °C
Melting Point-17 °C
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.3
Storage ConditionsKeep Cold

Industrial Applications

The versatility of Perfluoro-tert-butyl Alcohol extends across multiple high-tech sectors. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is utilized during the synthesis of complex intermediates where specific polarity and hydrogen-bonding capabilities are required. Its ability to stabilize certain transition states makes it preferable for delicate coupling reactions.

In the realm of new materials, this fluorinated alcohol acts as a precursor for creating surfaces with unique wetting properties or as a component in specialized polymer formulations. The high fluorine content contributes to thermal stability and chemical resistance in the final derived materials. Additionally, it serves as a valuable tool in analytical chemistry and spectroscopic studies involving fluorine interactions.

  • Advanced organic synthesis and fluorination reactions
  • Pharmaceutical intermediate production and R&D
  • Development of novel fluorinated polymers and materials
  • Specialized solvent for sensitive chemical transformations
  • Research tool for studying hydrogen bonding in fluorinated systems

Quality Assurance and Handling

We are committed to providing a complete fluorochemical products and technology platform. Every batch of Perfluoro-tert-butyl Alcohol undergoes rigorous testing to verify purity and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to support regulatory compliance and quality verification processes.

Proper handling is essential due to the volatile nature of low molecular weight fluorinated alcohols. The product should be stored in a cool environment away from incompatible materials. Our logistics team ensures safe packaging and global shipping compliance, adhering to all international regulations for hazardous chemicals. For large-scale procurement or custom synthesis requirements, our technical support team is ready to assist with formulation guidance and supply chain optimization.