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Perfluorotributylamine

Also known as Tris(perfluorobutyl)amine, Tris(nonafluorobutyl)amine, Heptacosafluorotributylamine

CAS 311-89-7Formula C12F27NMolar mass 671.09 g/molEC 206-223-1
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 24 suppliers listed
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Perfluorotributylamine chemical structure, C12F27N, CAS 311-89-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Liquid
Melting point
-50 °C
Boiling point
178 °C
Density
1.884 @ 25 °C
Solubility
Insoluble in water
HS code
292119
Category
Amines and amides
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Typical packagingIllustrative packaging image, not the actual product

What is Perfluorotributylamine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Perfluorotributylamine is an organofluorine compound that is tributylamine in which all the hydrogens have been replaced by fluorine atoms. It has a role as a blood substitute, a solvent and a member of greenhouse gas. It is functionally related to a tributylamine.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluoro-N,N-bis(1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluorobutyl)butan-1-amine
CAS number
311-89-7 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 1064698-37-8
EC number
206-223-1
Molecular formula
C12F27N
UNII
3702Y1HQ6O
MDL number
MFCD00000436
InChIKey
RVZRBWKZFJCCIB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C12F27N/c13-1(14,7(25,26)27)4(19,20)10(34,35)40(11(36,37)5(21,22)2(15,16)8(28,29)30)12(38,39)6(23,24)3(17,18)9(31,32)33
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(C(C(F)(F)F)(F)F)(C(N(C(C(C(C(F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F)C(C(C(C(F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F)(F)F

Synonyms

  • Tris(perfluorobutyl)amine
  • Tris(nonafluorobutyl)amine
  • Heptacosafluorotributylamine
  • Tri(perfluorobutyl)amine
  • Fluosol 43
  • Tri(nonafluorobutyl)amine
  • Fluorocarbon FC 43
  • Fluorinert FC 43
  • Mediflor FC 43
  • Tributylamine, heptacosafluoro-
  • FC 43
  • FC 47
  • 1-Butanamine, 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluoro-N,N-bis(nonafluorobutyl)-
  • 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-Nonafluoro-N,N-bis(nonafluorobutyl)-1-butanamine
  • 1-Butanamine, 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluoro-N,N-bis(1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluorobutyl)-
  • Product Ha (3M)
  • Perfluorotri-n-butylamine
  • fluorinert
  • PFTBA
  • 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluoro-N,N-bis(1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluorobutyl)butan-1-amine
  • Tris(perfluorobut-1-yl)amine
  • Perfluorotributylamine (>80%)
  • fluorinert (tm) (fc-43) (reg)
  • PFTBA, PFC
  • 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluoro-N,N-bis(nonafluorobutyl)butan-1-amine
Show all 37 synonyms
  • Fluorinert FC-43
  • Medifluor FC 47
  • FTBA
  • Heptacosafluorotri-n-butylamine
  • Perfluorotributylamine/3MFC40
  • Perfluorotributylamine (PFTBA)
  • (n-C4F9)3N
  • Perfluorotributylamine, MS Grade
  • Heptacosafluorotributyl-amine
  • Heptacosafluorotributylamine, liquid
  • FC 43(47)
  • Perfluorotributylamine (PFTBA), analytical standard

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Liquidexp.
Melting point
-50 °Cexp.
Boiling point
178 °Cexp.
Density
1.884 @ 25 °Cexp.
Solubility
Insoluble in waterexp.
Vapour pressure
5.52 × 10⁻¹ mm Hg @ 25 °Cexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
671.09 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
670.96 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
8.57calc.
Topological polar surface area
3.24 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
9calc.
Heavy atoms
40calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements (16)
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

These specialty chemicals are used primarily in the industrial electronics industry... The principal applications include industrial heat transfer in semiconductor processing, electronics testing and solvents for computer disc drive lubrication. (Perfluoro compounds).

The electronics industry relies heavily on these fluids in reliability testing of electronic components, as direct-contact coolants for integrated circuits, and as heating media in vapor-phase reflow soldering.

Read more

(Fluorinated Tertiary Amines).

Non-polymer PFAS -> Semiconductor Industry -> Rinsing agents

Non-polymer PFAS -> Electronic Industry -> Functional fluid (closed system)

Non-polymer PFAS -> Soldering -> Vapor phase fluids for vapor phase soldering

Non-polymer PFAS -> Electronic Devices -> Capacitors

Non-polymer PFAS -> Laboratory Supplies -> Vapor sterilization of laboratory/medical equipment

Non-polymer PFAS -> Production of Plastic and rubber -> Mold release agent in general

Non-polymer PFAS -> Medicinal Utensils -> Retinal detachment surgery and proliferative vitreoretinopathy

Non-polymer PFAS -> Biotechnology -> Supply of oxygen and other gases to cells in culture

Non-polymer PFAS -> Pharmaceuticals -> Dispersants in self-propelling aerosol pharmaceuticals.

Vapor phase fluid in soldering

Rinsing agent for semiconductor devices

Mold release agent

Dispersing agent for pharmaceutical

Used in the electronic industry as liquid impregnant for capacitors

Ophthalmology

Supply of gases, including CO2, to microbial cells

Functional fluids (closed systems) in computer and electronic product manufacturing

Fluid for vapor phase sterilisation.

Use classes: Pfas.

Roles

  • blood substitute
  • greenhouse gas
  • pharmaceutical
  • solvent

How it is made

Electrochemical fluorination via the Simons process is the preferred route to fluorinated tertiary alkylamines. The hydrogen atoms are completely replaced by the fluorine atoms. (Fluorinatd Tertiary Amines)

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Perfluorotributylamine is traded under.

HS 2921.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, salts thereof, other

World exports in 2024
$1.21B
+4.0% vs 2023, imports $1.16B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China35.5%
  2. United States17.9%
  3. Germany16.4%
Top importers
  1. United States14.1%
  2. South Korea9.7%
  3. Japan8.4%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Perfluorotributylamine is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Perfluorotributylamine, based on the data on this page

What is Perfluorotributylamine?

Perfluorotributylamine is an organofluorine compound that is tributylamine in which all the hydrogens have been replaced by fluorine atoms. It has a role as a blood substitute, a solvent and a member of greenhouse gas. It is functionally related to a tributylamine.

What is the CAS number of Perfluorotributylamine?

The CAS registry number of Perfluorotributylamine is 311-89-7. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 1064698-37-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Perfluorotributylamine?

The molecular formula of Perfluorotributylamine is C12F27N and its molar mass is 671.09 g/mol.

What is Perfluorotributylamine used for?

These specialty chemicals are used primarily in the industrial electronics industry... The principal applications include industrial heat transfer in semiconductor processing, electronics testing and solvents for computer disc drive lubrication. (Perfluoro compounds).

Is Perfluorotributylamine hazardous?

Perfluorotributylamine carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Perfluorotributylamine?

Perfluorotributylamine is usually classified under HS code 292119 (Acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, salts thereof, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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