Description

8H-Perfluorooctanoic Acid is a high-purity, fully fluorinated carboxylic acid characterized by its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This compound is a critical intermediate and functional material valued for its unique hydrophobic and oleophobic properties derived from its perfluorinated carbon chain. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the fluoropolymer, surface treatment, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors, where it serves as a key building block for creating advanced materials with tailored performance characteristics.

Application

• Fluoropolymer Manufacturing: Acts as a crucial processing aid and surfactant in the production of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and other fluoropolymers.
• Surface Treatment Agent: Used to impart durable water, oil, and stain repellency to textiles, carpets, and paper products.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key fluorinated intermediate for synthesizing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and performance chemicals.
• Electronics Industry: Employed in the formulation of etching solutions and coatings for semiconductor and electronic component manufacturing.
• Firefighting Foams (Legacy/Formulation Studies): Historically used in aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) formulations; relevant for research and specific controlled industrial applications.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a standard or reagent in environmental and analytical testing for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
• Lithium-Ion Battery Electrolytes: Investigated as an additive to enhance electrolyte stability and battery performance.
• Medical Device Coatings: Applied to create biocompatible, low-friction surfaces on catheters and other medical instruments.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	8H-Perfluorooctanoic Acid
CAS No.	13973-14-3
Molecular Formula	C8HF15O2
Molecular Weight	414.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluorooctanoic Acid; PFOA; Pentadecafluorooctanoic Acid; Heptadecafluorooctanoic Acid; Perfluoro-n-octanoic Acid; FC-143; F-n-OA; C7-Perfluorocarboxylic Acid
EINECS	237-786-0

Quality Control

Our 8H-Perfluorooctanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets stringent purity and consistency standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant global regulatory frameworks, and our quality commitment ensures material traceability and reliability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, ensure containers are clearly labeled and handled with appropriate personal protective equipment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	52 - 58 °C
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.