Tris[4-(tridecafluorohexyl)phenyl]phosphine belongs to the phenylphosphines and derivatives, a subclass of benzene and substituted derivatives within the organic compounds. This compound is characterized by the chemical formula C36H12F39P1. With an average molecular weight of 1,216 g/mol, Tris[4-(tridecafluorohexyl)phenyl]phosphine is a heavy molecule.
The compound has been identified in or released from 13 recorded sources across several sectors. In the realm of electrical and electronic equipment, it is associated with cell phones, capacitors, wires and cables, batteries, and printed circuit boards, among others. It is also found in textiles, leather and furnishings, specifically within synthetic textiles as well as carpets and rugs. Other recorded sources include food packaging from the food, food processing and cookware sector, and medical devices from the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector. Additionally, the compound is linked to lubricants used in energy, oil and gas, as well as industrial manufacturing and chemical processing. Recorded exposure routes for this substance include inhalation, oral, and touch.