14548-74-4 | 2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoro-2-(1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-(perfluoropropoxy)propoxy)propan-1-ol

CAS:14548-74-4 | 2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoro-2-(1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-(perfluoropropoxy)propoxy)propan-1-ol ,Description

2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoro-2-(1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-(perfluoropropoxy)propoxy)propan-1-ol is a useful research compound. Its molecular formula is C9H3F17O3 and its molecular weight is 482.09 g/mol. The purity is usually 95%.
The exact mass of the compound 2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoro-2-(1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-(perfluoropropoxy)propoxy)propan-1-ol is unknown and the complexity rating of the compound is unknown. The United Nations designated GHS hazard class pictogram is Irritant, and the GHS signal word is WarningThe storage condition is unknown. Please store according to label instructions upon receipt of goods.Use and application categories indicated by third-party sources: PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) -> OECD Category. However, this does not mean our product can be used or applied in the same or a similar way. 
 

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Scientific Research Applications

Environmental Impact and Alternatives to PFASs

Sources and Distribution

PFASs, including alternatives to traditional PFAS compounds, are widely used in industrial and consumer applications. Research has identified hexafluoropropylene oxide dimer acid (HFPO-DA) and other fluorinated alternatives as dominant global pollutants. These compounds exhibit comparable or even more serious potential toxicity than legacy PFASs, raising concerns about their environmental and health impacts. Studies call for additional toxicological studies to assess the long-term use of these alternatives (Yu Wang et al., 2019).

Industrial and Environmental Applications

Insulating Gases

Research into environmentally friendly insulating gases as alternatives to sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) has highlighted the potential of perfluorocarbons, perfluorinated ketones, and fluoronitrile. These compounds, due to their lower global warming potential (GWP) and excellent insulation performance, are considered for use in electrical equipment, highlighting the need for sustainable alternatives in industrial applications (Y. Wang et al., 2019).

Environmental Fate and Degradation

Microbial Degradation

The biodegradation of polyfluoroalkyl chemicals has been a significant area of research, aiming to understand the environmental fate and effects of PFAS precursors and their transformation into perfluoroalkyl acids (PFAAs). This research underscores the complexity of PFAS degradation and the need for comprehensive studies to evaluate their environmental persistence and degradation pathways (Jinxia Liu & Sandra Mejia Avendaño, 2013).

Toxicology and Environmental Health

Health Risks of Fluorinated Alternatives

Despite the industrial shift towards novel fluorinated alternatives to address the environmental and health concerns associated with traditional PFASs, there is limited toxicity assessment of these new compounds. The available studies suggest systemic multiple organ toxicities, indicating that fluorinated alternatives might also pose significant risks to the environment and human health. Therefore, comprehensive toxicological evaluations are necessary to confirm their safety for long-term use (Yu Wang et al., 2019).

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