591947

Poly(pentafluorostyrene)

• Synonym(s): 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorostyrene homopolymer
• Linear Formula: (C₈H₃F₅)_n
• CAS Number: 26838-55-1
• MDL number: MFCD03458138
• NACRES: NA.23

Properties

• form: powder
• Quality Level: 100
• transition temp: T_g 80 °C
• solubility: chloroform: soluble

Description

Application

Poly(pentafluorostyrene) (PPFS) can be used in the development of polylectrolytic membranes for fuel cell applications. It can also act as a glycosylated polymer for potential usage in biological imaging. It is a fluorinated polymer which may be utilized in microelectronics or as an antifouling and antifogging agent.

Low refractive index polymer for cladding layer in optical waveguides.

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 13 - Non Combustible Solids
• WGK: WGK 3
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves