Perfluoromethoxyperfluoropropionic acid (CED0000145)

Perfluoromethoxyperfluoropropionic acid is an organic compound with the chemical formula C4HF7O3 and an average molecular weight of 230.04 g/mol. Perfluoromethoxyperfluoropropionic acid belongs to the alpha-halocarboxylic acids and derivatives, a subclass of carboxylic acids and derivatives within the organic compounds. This substance has been identified in or released from 14 recorded sources across multiple sectors. Within electrical and electronic equipment, it is associated with batteries, capacitors, cell phones, printed circuit boards, wires and cables, and one additional source. In the realms of energy, oil and gas, as well as industrial manufacturing and chemical processing, it is found in lubricants. Its presence is also noted in healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products via medical devices, and in textiles, leather and furnishings through carpets, rugs, and synthetic textiles. Additionally, it is linked to food, food processing and cookware, specifically food contact materials and food packaging, and one other sector. Recorded exposure routes for this compound include inhalation, oral exposure, and touch.