1,1,1,2,2,3,3-Heptafluorooct-4-ene (CED0191845)

1,1,1,2,2,3,3-Heptafluorooct-4-ene belongs to the organofluorides, a class of organohalogen compounds within the organic compounds. This compound has the chemical formula C8H9F7 and an average molecular weight of 238.15 g/mol. The substance is 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. In the textiles, leather and furnishings sector, it is found in synthetic textiles as well as carpets and rugs. It is also linked to food packaging in the food, food processing and cookware sector, and medical devices within healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products. Additionally, the compound is utilized as lubricants in both the energy, oil and gas sector and the industrial manufacturing and chemical processing sector, with one further sector recorded. Recorded exposure routes for this compound include inhalation, oral, and touch.