Description

Perfluorododecanoic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain perfluorinated carboxylic acid (PFCA) characterized by its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and performance additive, valued for its ability to impart unique surface-modifying properties. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in advanced materials, electronics, and specialty chemical synthesis seeking to enhance product durability and functionality.

Application

• Fluorinated Surfactant & Coating Additive: Used to create ultra-low surface tension coatings, leveling agents, and wetting agents for high-performance paints, inks, and films.
• Lithium-Ion Battery Electrolyte Additive: Employed to improve electrolyte stability and enhance the formation of a stable solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) layer on electrodes.
• Intermediate for Fluoropolymer Production: A key building block in the synthesis of specialized fluoropolymers and fluorinated elastomers with superior resistance to heat, chemicals, and weathering.
• Water & Oil Repellent Treatments: Used in the formulation of durable repellent finishes for textiles, leather, and paper products.
• Electronic Chemicals: Applied in the production of photoresists, anti-reflective coatings, and other precision chemicals for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in environmental, toxicological, and material science research related to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Basic Information

Product Name	Perfluorododecanoic Acid
CAS No.	307-55-1
Molecular Formula	C12HF23O2
Molecular Weight	614.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecafluoro-1-dodecanoic Acid; Perfluorolauric Acid; PFDDA; Heptacosafluorododecanoic Acid; FC-25; 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,9,9,10,10,11,11,12,12,12-Tricosafluorododecanoic Acid; Perfluoro-n-dodecanoic Acid; PFDoA
EINECS	206-203-2

Quality Control

Our Perfluorododecanoic Acid is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FT-IR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	105 - 110 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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