Description

Perfluorooctanoic Acid Ammonium Salt is the ammonium salt of a long-chain perfluorinated carboxylic acid, a key fluorosurfactant and processing aid. This compound is valued for its exceptional surface activity, thermal stability, and chemical inertness, derived from its strong carbon-fluorine bonds. It is primarily utilized in industrial manufacturing processes where superior wetting, leveling, and anti-foaming properties are required in demanding environments.

Application

• Fluoropolymer Manufacturing: Essential as an emulsifier and processing aid in the polymerization of PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) and other fluoroplastics.
• Specialty Coatings & Additives: Provides excellent wetting and leveling properties in high-performance, chemical-resistant coatings and fire-fighting foams.
• Textile & Leather Treatment: Used to impart oil, water, and stain repellency to fabrics, carpets, and leather goods.
• Electronic Industry: Serves as a surfactant in etching and cleaning solutions for semiconductor and circuit board production.
• Industrial Surfactant: Acts as a critical component in formulations requiring stability in acidic, alkaline, or high-temperature conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Perfluorooctanoic Acid Ammonium Salt
CAS No.	3825-26-1
Molecular Formula	C8H4F15NO2 or CF3(CF2)6COONH4
Molecular Weight	431.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium Perfluorooctanoate; APFO; PFOA Ammonium Salt; Perfluorooctanoate Ammonium Salt; Heptadecafluorooctanoic Acid Ammonium Salt; FC-143; C8 Ammonium Salt; 1-Heptadecafluorooctanoic Acid Ammonium Salt
EINECS	223-320-4

Quality Control

Our Perfluorooctanoic Acid Ammonium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
pH (1% 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.