1-(2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-Pentadecafluorooctyl)pyridinium trifluoromethanesulfonate belongs to the pyridinium derivatives, a subclass of pyridines and derivatives within the organic compounds. With an average molecular weight of 611.25 g/mol, 1-(2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-Pentadecafluorooctyl)pyridinium trifluoromethanesulfonate is a heavy molecule. It is characterized by the chemical formula C14H7F18NO3S.
This compound is found in or released from 13 recorded sources across several sectors. In the realm of electrical and electronic equipment, it is associated with batteries, capacitors, printed circuit boards, wires and cables, and cell phones, among one other source. It is also present in textiles, leather and furnishings, specifically within carpets, rugs, and synthetic textiles. Within the food, food processing and cookware sector, it is found in food packaging. Other recorded sources include medical devices from the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector, as well as lubricants used in industrial manufacturing, chemical processing, and the energy, oil and gas sectors. One additional sector is also recorded. Exposure to this compound can occur through inhalation, oral intake, or touch.
