Nonaflate

Skeletal formula of the nonaflate anion

Nonaflate, CF3CF2CF2CF2SO3, is the common name given to nonafluorobutanesulfonates, the salts or esters of perfluorobutanesulfonic acid. Its uses are similar to those of triflate. It is a good leaving group.[1] It is a substitute for more toxic long-chain PFAS chemicals.[2]

  1. ^ Smith, Michael B.; March, Jerry (2007). March's Advanced Organic Chemistry (6th ed.). John Wiley & Sons. p. 497. ISBN 978-0-471-72091-1.
  2. ^ Thurlow, Matthew (December 27, 2018). "Fear and loathing of PFAS". American Bar Association. Retrieved 19 December 2019.