Description

Perfluoro-p-Ethylcyclohexylsulfonic Acid is a highly fluorinated organic sulfonic acid characterized by its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This compound is valued for its strong acidity and hydrophobic properties, making it a powerful catalyst and surfactant in demanding environments. It is primarily utilized in advanced chemical synthesis, catalysis, and as a key intermediate for specialty fluorinated materials in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and high-performance polymer industries.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a strong, recoverable Brønsted acid catalyst for alkylation, acylation, and other acid-catalyzed reactions, particularly where moisture sensitivity is a concern.
• Electrolyte Additive: Used in specialty electrochemical applications and battery systems due to its stability and conductive properties.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Serves as a fluorinated surfactant for creating stable emulsions and coatings with oil- and water-repellent characteristics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex fluorinated drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Modification: Used as a monomer or additive to impart fluorinated properties, such as chemical resistance and low surface energy, to advanced polymers.
• Analytical Reagent: Functions as a derivatization agent or mobile phase modifier in advanced chromatographic techniques like HPLC and LC-MS.

Basic Information

Product Name	Perfluoro-p-Ethylcyclohexylsulfonic Acid
CAS No.	646-83-3
Molecular Formula	C8H3F15O3S
Molecular Weight	448.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Perfluoro(ethylcyclohexyl)sulfonic Acid; 1-Ethyl-2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-tetradecafluorocyclohexane-1-sulfonic Acid; p-Perfluoroethylcyclohexylsulfonic Acid; PFECHS; F-626 Sulfonic Acid; Perfluorinated Ethylcyclohexyl Sulfonic Acid; 4-Ethyl-1,1,2,2,3,3,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8-pentadecafluorooctane-1-sulfonic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Perfluoro-p-Ethylcyclohexylsulfonic Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including NMR, HPLC, and titration to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, appropriate secondary containment is recommended. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Fluoride Content	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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