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Perfluoro-15-crown-5 (CAS 97571-69-2)

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Alternate Names:
Perfluoro-1,4,7,10,13-pentaoxacyclopentadecane; Icosafluoro-1,4,7,10,13-pentaoxacyclopentadecane
Application:
Perfluoro-15-crown-5 is a potential 19F-NMR imaging agent
CAS Number:
97571-69-2
Molecular Weight:
580.07
Molecular Formula:
C10F20O5
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Perfluoro-15-crown-5 is a chemical that has sparked interest in materials science and separation technologies. Its unique structure, characterized by a ring composed of ether linkages interspersed with perfluorinated carbons, renders it highly effective in phase transfer catalysis and the selective complexation of metal ions. In research focused on ion-selective electrodes and sensors, Perfluoro-15-crown-5 is often a key component due to its affinity for certain cations, such as potassium and sodium ions. Investigations into its use in liquid-liquid extraction processes are also prominent, where its ability to solubilize metal ions into nonpolar solvents is advantageous. Furthermore, Perfluoro-15-crown-5 plays a role in the study of membrane transport phenomena, where it can mimic the function of biological ion channels.


Perfluoro-15-crown-5 (CAS 97571-69-2) References

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  2. In vitro demonstration using 19F magnetic resonance to augment molecular imaging with paramagnetic perfluorocarbon nanoparticles at 1.5 Tesla.  |  Caruthers, SD., et al. 2006. Invest Radiol. 41: 305-12. PMID: 16481914
  3. Singlet molecular oxygen by direct excitation.  |  Jockusch, S., et al. 2008. Photochem Photobiol Sci. 7: 235-9. PMID: 18264592
  4. Cation-Coordinating Properties of Perfluoro-15-Crown-5.  |  Lai, CZ., et al. 2010. J Fluor Chem. 131: 42-46. PMID: 22180663

Ordering Information

Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Perfluoro-15-crown-5, 1 g

sc-264012
1 g
$136.00

Perfluoro-15-crown-5, 5 g

sc-264012A
5 g
$241.00

Perfluoro-15-crown-5, 25 g

sc-264012B
25 g
$975.00