Description

Methyl Perfluoroheptanoate is a high-performance fluorinated ester, a key intermediate and functional additive in advanced material science. Its unique perfluorinated alkyl chain imparts exceptional chemical resistance, thermal stability, and low surface energy properties. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the electronics, coatings, and specialty polymer industries seeking to enhance product performance and durability.

Application

• Fluorinated Surfactant & Additive Precursor: A critical building block for synthesizing high-performance, low-surface-tension surfactants used in fire-fighting foams, coatings, and electronics.
• Water & Oil Repellent Treatments: Used to impart superior hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to textiles, paper, and leather.
• Electronics Industry: Serves as a key intermediate in the production of fluorinated chemicals for semiconductor manufacturing and electronic device coatings.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorinated segments into polymers, enhancing their chemical resistance and weatherability.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Provides enhanced lubricity and stability in extreme environments for high-performance mechanical systems.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex molecules requiring a stable, lipophilic perfluorinated moiety.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Perfluoroheptanoate
CAS No.	14312-89-1
Molecular Formula	C8H3F13O2
Molecular Weight	414.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoroheptanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Heptadecafluorooctanoate; Methyl Perfluorooctanoate (common alias); Methyl 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,7-tridecafluoroheptanoate; Methyl PFOA Ester; Methyl Perfluorocaprylate; Methyl 1H,1H,2H,2H-Perfluoroheptanoate (isomeric form); F13C7COOCH3
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Perfluoroheptanoate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as Perfluoroheptanoic Acid)	≤ 0.5%

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