10186-66-0 | Ethyl 2-ethoxy-2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropanoate

CAS:10186-66-0 | Ethyl 2-ethoxy-2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropanoate ,Description

Ethyl 2-ethoxy-2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropanoate, also known as 2-EETFP, is a fluorinated organic compound with a variety of uses in scientific research. It is a colorless liquid with a low boiling point and a low vapor pressure. It is used as a reagent in organic synthesis, as a solvent for high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and as a reactant in the synthesis of other organic compounds. It is also used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and other industrial chemicals.
 

Scientific Research Applications

Overview of Biodegradation and Environmental Fate

The biodegradation and environmental fate of gasoline ether oxygenates, specifically ethyl tert-butyl ether (ETBE), provide insights into the microbial and enzymatic pathways relevant to similar compounds like ethyl 2-ethoxy-2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropanoate. Microorganisms in soil and groundwater have been identified with the capability to degrade ETBE aerobically, utilizing it as a carbon and energy source or through cometabolism with alkanes. This process involves initial hydroxylation by a monooxygenase enzyme, leading to the formation of several intermediates. Such microbial degradation pathways highlight the potential for bioremediation strategies in managing environmental contamination by ether oxygenates (Thornton et al., 2020).

Thermoelectric Materials and Polymer Research

The development of thermoelectric materials, particularly those based on poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT), demonstrates the potential for utilizing ethyl 2-ethoxy-2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropanoate in synthesizing functional materials. PEDOT-based materials exhibit significant promise in thermoelectric applications, showcasing the importance of research into novel materials for sustainable energy solutions (Yue & Xu, 2012). Additionally, the exploration of treatment methods to enhance the thermoelectric performance of PEDOT:PSS highlights the ongoing innovation in material science, aiming to develop more efficient organic thermoelectric materials for future applications (Zhu et al., 2017).

Ethylene Oxide Sterilization in Medical Devices

The application of ethylene oxide (EO) for sterilizing medical devices underscores the relevance of ethyl 2-ethoxy-2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropanoate in healthcare. This review delves into EO's action mechanism, toxicity, cycle design, and validation, highlighting the critical role of EO sterilization in ensuring the safety and efficacy of medical devices. The advancement in mathematical models for integrating lethality and optimizing sterilization processes reflects the importance of chemical sterilants in medical applications (Mendes et al., 2007).

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