Description

Tetramethylammoniumperfluoroctanoat is a fluorinated ammonium salt, specifically the tetramethylammonium salt of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA). This compound is valued for its unique combination of cationic and perfluorinated properties, offering excellent surface activity and chemical stability. It is primarily utilized in advanced material science and specialty chemical synthesis where precise ionic and hydrophobic characteristics are required. Industries such as electronics manufacturing, polymer research, and high-performance surfactant formulation rely on this specialized chemical.

Application

• As a phase-transfer catalyst in fluorination reactions and organic synthesis.
• As a key surfactant and emulsifier in the production of fluoropolymers like PTFE (Teflon).
• In the formulation of specialty coatings and films for electronics and optics requiring high chemical resistance.
• As a surface modifier to impart hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to materials.
• In analytical chemistry as a reference standard or mobile phase additive.
• For research and development of novel ionic liquids and electrolytes.
• As a processing aid in the manufacture of semiconductors and microelectronic components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetramethylammoniumperfluoroctanoat
CAS No.	32609-65-7
Molecular Formula	C11H10F15NO2
Molecular Weight	461.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetramethylammonium perfluorooctanoate; Perfluorooctanoic acid tetramethylammonium salt; PFOA tetramethylammonium salt; Tetramethylammonium pentadecafluorooctanoate; Heptadecafluorooctanoic acid, compd. with tetramethylammonium (1:1); Tetramethylammonium PFOA; N,N,N-Trimethylmethanaminium perfluorooctanoate
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Quality Control

Our Tetramethylammoniumperfluoroctanoat is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by HPLC, identification by FT-IR, and determination of critical impurities such as residual solvents and related fluorinated compounds. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all test results against our stringent internal specifications. For research and commercial grades, we ensure traceability and batch-to-batch consistency to support your process reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and stability. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Fluoride Content	≤ 0.1%

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