Description

Hexacosafluoro-13-(Trifluoromethyl)Tetradecanoic Acid is a highly fluorinated, long-chain carboxylic acid characterized by its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This compound is a critical building block and surface modifier, valued for its ability to impart oil, water, and stain repellency to materials. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the specialty polymer, advanced coating, and high-performance surfactant industries seeking to develop products with enhanced durability and unique surface properties.

Application

• Fluoropolymer Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer or modifier in the production of high-performance fluorinated polymers and copolymers.
• Surface Treatment Agents: Used to formulate coatings and treatments for textiles, paper, and leather to confer oil and water repellency.
• Specialty Surfactants: Acts as a precursor for anionic fluorosurfactants used in demanding applications like fire-fighting foams and electronic etching solutions.
• Advanced Material Additives: Incorporated into composites and lubricants to reduce surface energy and improve performance under extreme conditions.
• Pharmaceutical & AgroChemical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of bioactive molecules where fluorine substitution is desired to alter metabolic stability and lipophilicity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexacosafluoro-13-(Trifluoromethyl)Tetradecanoic Acid
CAS No.	18024-09-4
Molecular Formula	C15HF29O2
Molecular Weight	744.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro-13-(trifluoromethyl)tetradecanoic Acid; 26,26,26,25,25,24,24,23,23,22,22,21,21,20,20,19,19,18,18,17,17,16,16,15,15,14,14-Tridecafluoro-13-(trifluoromethyl)tetradecanoic Acid; 13-(Trifluoromethyl)tetracosafluorotetradecanoic Acid; F(CF2)12C(CF3)FCOOH; FC-26 Acid (industry abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hexacosafluoro-13-(Trifluoromethyl)Tetradecanoic Acid is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including NMR, FT-IR, and HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 2-25°C. The product is a strong acid/organic solvent; handle with appropriate personal protective equipment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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