15:1:2 Fluorotelomer betaine (n:1:2 FTBs n=7) belongs to the amino acids, peptides, and analogues, a subclass of carboxylic acids and derivatives within the organic compounds. With an average molecular weight of 931.30 g/mol, 15:1:2 Fluorotelomer betaine (n:1:2 FTBs n=7) is a heavy molecule. It has the chemical formula C22H14F32NO2.
This compound has been found in or released from 13 recorded sources across multiple sectors. Within electrical and electronic equipment, it is associated with cell phones, capacitors, wires and cables, batteries, and printed circuit boards, among one other source. It is also found in textiles, leather and furnishings, specifically in synthetic textiles and carpets and rugs. In the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector, it is linked to medical devices, while in food, food processing and cookware, it is found in food packaging. Additionally, the compound is present in lubricants used in energy, oil and gas, as well as in industrial manufacturing and chemical processing. One other sector has also been recorded as a source. Recorded exposure routes for this substance include inhalation, oral, and touch.
