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Heptafluorobutyric acid
Heptafluorobutyric acid is a highly fluorinated carboxylic acid used in specialty chemical synthesis, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is a corrosive, reactive compound requiring careful handling. CAS: 375-22-4, molecular formula: CF3CF2CF2COOH, molecular weight: 214.04 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Heptafluorobutyric acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Heptafluorobutyric acid is a highly fluorinated carboxylic acid used in specialty chemical synthesis, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is a corrosive, reactive compound requiring careful handling. CAS: 375-22-4, molecular formula: CF3CF2CF2COOH, molecular weight: 214.04 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Heptafluorobutyric acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow liquid |
| Assay | ≥98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | I |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 375-22-4 |
| Molecular Formula | CF3CF2CF2COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 214.04 |
| SMILES | C(=O)(C(C(C(F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F)O |
| EC / UN Number | 3265 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29159050 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907098 |
Safety & GHS
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
Hazard statements
- H314 (sub cat. 1A) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is heptafluorobutyric acid used for?
It is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of fluorinated compounds and pharmaceutical intermediates.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of heptafluorobutyric acid?
The formula is CF3CF2CF2COOH with a molecular weight of 214.04 g/mol.
How should heptafluorobutyric acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade is available for heptafluorobutyric acid?
Available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested.
Can Molekula supply heptafluorobutyric acid in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with an order of heptafluorobutyric acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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