Perfluoro(2,5,8,11,14-pentamethyl-3,6,9,12,15-pentaoxaoctadecanoic) acid belongs to the alpha-halocarboxylic acids and derivatives, a subclass of carboxylic acids and derivatives within the organic compounds. With an average molecular weight of 994.14 g/mol, Perfluoro(2,5,8,11,14-pentamethyl-3,6,9,12,15-pentaoxaoctadecanoic) acid is a heavy molecule. Its chemical formula is C18HF35O7.
This compound is found in or released from 13 recorded sources across several sectors. Within electrical and electronic equipment, it is associated with cell phones, capacitors, batteries, printed circuit boards, and wires and cables, among one other source. It is also found in synthetic textiles, carpets, and rugs within the textiles, leather and furnishings sector. Other sources include food packaging from the food, food processing and cookware sector, as well as medical devices from the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector. Additionally, it is utilized as lubricants in both the energy, oil and gas sector and the industrial manufacturing and chemical processing sector, along with one other sector. Recorded exposure routes for this substance include inhalation, oral, and touch.
