Description

Methyl Perfluorohexadecanoate is a high-purity, fully fluorinated long-chain ester, a key building block in advanced material science. Its unique perfluorinated structure provides exceptional chemical inertness, thermal stability, and hydrophobic/oleophobic properties, making it invaluable for creating high-performance surfaces and functional materials. This compound is essential for R&D and manufacturing in sectors demanding extreme durability and low surface energy, including specialty coatings, electronics, and high-value fluoropolymer synthesis.

Application

• As a critical monomer or intermediate in the synthesis of specialized fluoropolymers and fluorinated surfactants.
• For developing ultra-durable, stain-resistant coatings on textiles, leather, and technical fabrics.
• In the formulation of high-performance release agents and lubricants for demanding industrial and aerospace applications.
• As a key component in electronic materials, such as dielectric fluids or for surface modification of components.
• For research into superhydrophobic and oleophobic surfaces with self-cleaning properties.
• In the development of fire-fighting foams (AFFF) and other specialty fluorochemical formulations (subject to regional regulatory compliance).
• As a standard or intermediate in analytical chemistry and pharmaceutical research for method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Perfluorohexadecanoate
CAS No.	165457-57-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃F₃₁O₂
Molecular Weight	866.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Heptadecafluorooctadecanoate; Methyl Perfluorostearate; Methyl 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,9,9,10,10,11,11,12,12,13,13,14,14,15,15,16,16,16-Hentriacontafluorohexadecanoate; Perfluorohexadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl PFOA Ester (C16); Fomblin® and Krytox® related intermediates (generic); Heptadecafluorooctadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Perfluorooctadecanoate (historical name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl Perfluorohexadecanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its properties, keep away from strong alkalis and organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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