Description

3,5,7-Trioxanonafluorooctanoic Acid is a specialized fluorinated organic acid with a unique perfluoropolyether (PFPE) backbone, offering exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and specialty chemicals. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and high-performance polymer industries for creating novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a stable, fluorinated moiety to enhance metabolic stability or bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for developing novel herbicides and pesticides with improved environmental persistence and efficacy.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or modifier for producing high-performance fluoropolymers and coatings with superior chemical resistance, low surface energy, and thermal stability.
• Surface Active Agents: Utilized in the formulation of specialty surfactants and leveling agents for demanding industrial applications.
• Electronics & Semiconductor Industry: Employed in the production of specialty etching agents and cleaning formulations.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic and medicinal chemistry exploring fluorinated structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5,7-Trioxanonafluorooctanoic Acid
CAS No.	39492-89-2
Molecular Formula	C7HF9O5
Molecular Weight	312.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro(3,5,7-trioxaoctanoic) Acid; 2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,5-Nonafluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)pentanoic Acid; 3,5,7-Trioxa-2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-pentadecafluorooctanoic Acid; PFPE-acid intermediate; Heptafluoropropyl trifluoromethyl ether carboxylic acid derivative; 4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2,2,3,3,4,5,5,5-octafluoropentanoic Acid (alternative numbering); Nonadecafluoro-3,5,7-trioxaoctanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3,5,7-Trioxanonafluorooctanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and meet precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant parameters are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong acids, and incompatible materials. Due to its acidic and fluorinated nature, ensure containers are clearly labeled and stored on secondary containment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Fluoride Content	Contact for details

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