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CAS 424-36-2

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ethyl perfluoropentanoate

Description:
Ethyl perfluoropentanoate, with the CAS number 424-36-2, is a perfluorinated compound characterized by a long carbon chain fully substituted with fluorine atoms, which imparts unique properties. It is an ester formed from perfluoropentanoic acid and ethanol. This compound is typically colorless and odorless, exhibiting high thermal and chemical stability due to the strong carbon-fluorine bonds. Ethyl perfluoropentanoate is hydrophobic and lipophobic, making it insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. Its perfluorinated nature contributes to low surface tension and high resistance to degradation, which can lead to environmental persistence. Additionally, it has applications in various fields, including as a surfactant, in coatings, and in specialized chemical processes. However, due to the environmental concerns associated with perfluorinated compounds, its use is subject to regulatory scrutiny. Overall, ethyl perfluoropentanoate exemplifies the unique characteristics of perfluorinated substances, combining stability with specific functional properties.
Formula:C7H5F9O2
InChI:InChI=1/C7H5F9O2/c1-2-18-3(17)4(8,9)5(10,11)6(12,13)7(14,15)16/h2H2,1H3
SMILES:CCOC(=O)C(C(C(C(F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F
Synonyms:
  • Ethyl Nonafluoropentanoate
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