Description

Perfluoropropionic Acid is a high-purity, fully fluorinated carboxylic acid characterized by its strong acidity and excellent chemical stability. This compound is a critical building block and intermediate in the synthesis of advanced fluorinated materials and specialty chemicals. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and high-performance polymer industries seeking to incorporate unique fluorinated properties into their products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fluorinated drug candidates, leveraging its stability to modify pharmacokinetic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Fluoropolymer Production: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the creation of specialty fluoropolymers and surfactants with exceptional thermal stability, chemical resistance, and low surface energy.
• Electrolyte Additive: Employed in the formulation of advanced lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve performance and safety at high voltages.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as a strong acid catalyst or a source of trifluoromethyl groups in complex organic synthesis and material science research.
• Surface Treatment Agent: Used to create hydrophobic and oleophobic coatings on various substrates, including textiles, electronics, and optics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Perfluoropropionic Acid
CAS No.	422-64-0
Molecular Formula	C3HF5O2
Molecular Weight	164.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentafluoropropionic Acid; Heptafluoropropionic Acid (common misnomer); Perfluoropropanoic Acid; 2,2,3,3,3-Pentafluoropropanoic Acid; PFPA; Trifluoroacetic Acid, Trifluoromethyl-; CF3CF2COOH; NSC 9235
EINECS	207-025-6

Quality Control

Our Perfluoropropionic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profiling by gas chromatography (GC), to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific impurity limits is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, containers must be kept upright to prevent leakage and corrosion. Recommended long-term storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC Area %)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.285 - 1.295
Density (20°C)	1.55 - 1.65 g/mL

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