Potassium perfluoro(2-ethoxyethane)sulphonate (CAS 117205-07-9)

Potassium perfluoro(2-ethoxyethane)sulphonate, also known as Potassium perfluoro(2-ethoxy)sulfonate or KPFES, is a highly water-soluble perfluorinated compound widely employed for multiple purposes, such as serving as a surfactant, lubricant, and corrosion inhibitor. It possesses a low toxicity level and exhibits a low vapor pressure. Extensive research has been conducted on Potassium perfluoro(2-ethoxyethane)sulphonate, showcasing its numerous scientific and industrial applications. The mechanism of action is biochemical and physiological effects, advantages and limitations in laboratory experiments, as well as potential future directions for Potassium perfluoro(2-ethoxyethane)sulphonate. Potassium perfluoro(2-ethoxyethane)sulphonate finds utility across various scientific research applications. It has been utilized as an electrolyte in electrochemical cells, a surfactant in nanomaterial synthesis, and a corrosion inhibitor in metal-based structures. Additionally, it has been employed as a solvent for protein and lipid extraction, a lubricant in nanoparticle production, and a stabilizer in emulsion production. One of the key properties of Potassium perfluoro(2-ethoxyethane)sulphonate is its surfactant behavior, as it effectively reduces the surface tension of aqueous solutions. Consequently, it facilitates interaction with the surfaces of molecules it encounters, enabling their easier dissolution in aqueous solutions. Furthermore, Potassium perfluoro(2-ethoxyethane)sulphonate acts as a corrosion inhibitor by forming a protective layer on metal surfaces, effectively preventing oxidation and corrosion.