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Pentafluorophenol (CAS 771-61-9)

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CAS Number:
771-61-9
Molecular Weight:
184.06
Molecular Formula:
C6HF5O
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Pentafluorophenol is a compound that functions as a strong acid in various chemical reactions. It is used as a catalyst in the synthesis of agrochemicals, and other organic compounds. Pentafluorophenol′s mechanism of action involves its ability to donate a proton, facilitating the formation of new chemical bonds and promoting the rearrangement of molecular structures. Pentafluorophenol is particularly effective in activating nucleophiles and promoting substitution reactions, making it useful in the development of novel chemical compounds. Its high reactivity and ability to facilitate complex chemical transformations make it a useful reagent in development of new materials and compounds. Pentafluorophenol′s mechanism of action involves its interaction with specific functional groups, enabling the modification of organic molecules and the synthesis of diverse chemical entities.


Pentafluorophenol (CAS 771-61-9) References

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Pentafluorophenol, 5 g

sc-253247
5 g
$23.00

Pentafluorophenol, 10 g

sc-253247A
10 g
$65.00