Description

n-Ethyl-n-[(Nonafluorobutyl)Sulphonyl]Glycine is a specialized fluorinated surfactant and intermediate of significant industrial interest. Its unique molecular structure, featuring a perfluorobutyl chain linked to a glycine moiety, imparts exceptional surface activity, chemical stability, and oil/water repellency. This compound is essential for manufacturers in sectors requiring advanced performance materials, where it serves as a key building block for high-value fluorochemical products.

Application

• Fluorinated Surfactant Production: Acts as a critical raw material for synthesizing high-performance, low-foaming surfactants used in firefighting foams (AFFF), coatings, and electronics.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Used as a monomer or additive to incorporate fluorine into polymers, enhancing their chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties for applications in aerospace and automotive industries.
• Oil & Water Repellent Finishes: Serves as an intermediate in manufacturing durable repellent treatments for textiles, leather, and paper products.
• Electroplating & Metal Surface Treatment: Employed in advanced electroplating baths to improve wetting, leveling, and the quality of metal deposits.
• Pharmaceutical & AgroChemical Intermediates: Provides a fluorinated building block for developing active ingredients with modified bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Specialty Cleaning & Etching Formulations: Used in precision cleaning solutions and semiconductor etching processes due to its stability and surface activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Ethyl-n-[(Nonafluorobutyl)Sulphonyl]Glycine
CAS No.	68957-33-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8F9NO4S
Molecular Weight	409.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycine, N-ethyl-N-[(nonafluorobutyl)sulfonyl]-; N-Ethyl-N-((perfluorobutyl)sulfonyl)glycine; Ethyl(nonafluorobutanesulfonyl)aminoacetic acid; 2-[Ethyl(nonafluorobutylsulfonyl)amino]acetic acid; Fluorad FC-129 (historical/trade name reference); Perfluorobutanesulfonylethyl glycine; FBSA Glycine derivative; Nonafluorobutanesulfonylethylglycine
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Quality Control

Our n-Ethyl-n-[(Nonafluorobutyl)Sulphonyl]Glycine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay (HPLC), identification (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications for fluorochemical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and batch traceability is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 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.