Description

7-Chlorododecafluoroheptanoic Acid, Sodium Salt is a high-purity, fluorinated organic salt with a unique perfluoroalkyl chain terminated by a reactive chlorinated carbon. This compound matters as a critical building block and surfactant intermediate, valued for its ability to impart exceptional chemical, thermal, and hydrophobic properties to advanced materials. It is needed by manufacturers in the specialty chemical, polymer, and electronics industries for developing high-performance coatings, surface modifiers, and fluorinated surfactants.

Application

• Fluorinated Surfactant & Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate for manufacturing high-performance fluorosurfactants and fluoropolymers.
• Water & Oil Repellent Coatings: Used in the formulation of advanced coatings for textiles, paper, and leather to provide durable stain and moisture resistance.
• Fire-Fighting Foam Concentrates (AFFF): Acts as a critical raw material in the production of aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF) for liquid fuel fires.
• Electronic Chemicals: Employed as a surface treatment agent and additive in electronic coatings and cleaning solutions.
• Specialty Chemical Intermediate: Utilized in organic synthesis to introduce perfluoroalkyl segments into target molecules for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Additive for Lubricants & Greases: Enhances the performance and stability of high-end lubricants under extreme conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Chlorododecafluoroheptanoic Acid, Sodium Salt
CAS No.	136176-46-0
Molecular Formula	C7HClF12NaO2
Molecular Weight	444.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 7-chlorododecafluoroheptanoate; Perfluoroheptanoic acid, 7-chloro-, sodium salt; 7-Chloro-perfluoroheptanoic acid sodium salt; Sodium 7-chloroperfluoroheptanoate; Heptanoic acid, 7-chlorododecafluoro-, sodium salt; FC-7C; Fluorinated C7 acid sodium salt (chlorinated)
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Quality Control

Our 7-Chlorododecafluoroheptanoic Acid, Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and titration methods, 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, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation. Keep away from strong acids and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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