1H-Perfluorohexane (CAS 355-37-3) is a high-purity fluorinated hydrocarbon with the molecular formula C6HF13 and IUPAC name 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-tridecafluorohexane. This specialty chemical is characterized by its exceptional thermal and chemical stability, low surface tension, and inertness, making it a valuable solvent and reagent in advanced research and industrial applications. Its perfluorinated structure ensures compatibility with highly reactive systems, while its volatility and non-flammability enhance safety in laboratory environments. Available in sealed ampules or bulk quantities, our product undergoes rigorous QC testing to guarantee ≥99% purity, with trace metal content below 1 ppm. Ideal for use as a calibration standard, reaction medium, or in surface modification studies.
Properties
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- CAS Number: 355-37-3
- Complexity: 323
- IUPAC Name: 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-tridecafluorohexane
- InChI: InChI=1S/C6HF13/c7-1(8)2(9,10)3(11,12)4(13,14)5(15,16)6(17,18)19/h1H
- InChI Key: XJSRKJAHJGCPGC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 319.9870661
- Molecular Formula: C6HF13
- Molecular Weight: 320.05
- SMILES: C(C(C(C(C(C(F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F
- Monoisotopic Mass: 319.9870661
- Synonyms: 1H-Perfluorohexane, 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-Tridecafluorohexane, EINECS 206-581-9, 837H3TP46U, Trideca-1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-fluorohexane, 1-hydrotridecafluorohexane, Hexane, 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-tridecafluoro-, DTXSID20188995, HFC 52-13P, DTXCID80111486, xjsrkjahjgcpgc-uhfffaoysa-n, 355-37-3, 1H-Tridecafluorohexane, MFCD00142632, 1H-Perfluorohexane, 95%, SCHEMBL37631, SCHEMBL37632, UNII-837H3TP46U, C6F13H, AKOS015907708, NS00003467, T2496, D92604, 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6-Tridecafluorohexane #
Application
1H-Perfluorohexane is widely used as a non-polar solvent for fluorination reactions and as a carrier fluid in precision cleaning applications for sensitive electronics. Its chemical inertness makes it suitable for use as a heat transfer fluid in extreme temperature environments. Researchers also employ it as a reference standard in GC-MS analysis of fluorinated compounds due to its well-defined retention characteristics.
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PFAS Regulatory Compliance Notice: This product is classified as a polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS). It is supplied strictly under the Research and Development (R&D) exemption. The purchasing facility and the primary researcher assume full compliance liability, including all local, state, federal, and international reporting mandates (such as US EPA TSCA Section 8(a)(7) or EU REACH restrictions). Unauthorized environmental release is strictly prohibited; all waste materials must be captured and disposed of via certified high-temperature hazardous waste incineration.
This document outlines the environmental and safety constraints for the storage and handling of 1H-Perfluorohexane. It is a perfluorinated compound with inherent chemical stability and volatility, requiring careful containment to prevent environmental release.
- Environmental Release Prohibition: Unauthorized environmental release is strictly prohibited, and all waste must be captured and disposed of via certified high-temperature hazardous waste incineration.
- Regulatory Compliance: This PFAS substance is supplied under a research and development exemption, and the purchasing facility and primary researcher assume full compliance liability for all local, state, federal, and international reporting mandates.
This procedure provides steps for the safe handling and disposal of 1H-Perfluorohexane in a research laboratory setting. It emphasizes containment and compliance with hazardous waste regulations.
Required Equipment: Sealed ampule or inert dispensing system, Certified high-temperature hazardous waste incineration facility
- Contain
Contain all waste material in a sealed, chemically compatible container immediately after use to prevent any environmental release. - Segregate
Segregate the sealed waste container and label it clearly as hazardous PFAS waste for incineration. - Arrange Disposal
Arrange for disposal through a certified high-temperature hazardous waste incineration facility that complies with all applicable regulations.
What is the minimum purity and trace metal content of 1H-Perfluorohexane (CAS 355-37-3) for use as a GC-MS calibration standard?
The product is guaranteed to have ≥99% purity with trace metal content below 1 ppm, ensuring minimal interference in analytical applications. Its well-defined retention characteristics make it a reliable reference standard for GC-MS analysis of fluorinated compounds.
This high-purity 1H-Perfluorohexane (≥99%, trace metals <1 ppm) offers exceptional chemical inertness and thermal stability, making it a reliable non-polar solvent and heat transfer fluid for demanding fluorination and precision cleaning applications, though its PFAS classification mandates strict regulatory and disposal compliance.
Positive
- High purity with low trace metals: Guaranteed ≥99% purity with trace metal content below 1 ppm ensures minimal interference in sensitive analytical and synthetic applications, such as GC-MS calibration and fluorination reactions.
- Exceptional chemical and thermal stability: The perfluorinated structure provides high inertness and thermal stability, enabling use as a non-polar solvent, carrier fluid, or heat transfer medium in extreme temperature environments without degradation.
Trade-offs
- PFAS regulatory compliance burden: Classified as a polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS), this product is supplied under an R&D exemption, requiring the purchasing facility to manage all local, state, federal, and international reporting obligations, including TSCA and REACH, with full liability.
- Restricted disposal and handling: Unauthorized environmental release is prohibited; all waste must be captured and disposed of via certified high-temperature hazardous waste incineration, adding operational complexity and infrastructure requirements.
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