22898-01-7 | Sodium 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropionate

CAS:22898-01-7 | Sodium 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropionate ,Description

Sodium 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropionate (NaTFP) is a highly fluorinated organic compound that has been used in a variety of scientific research applications, including in lab experiments, due to its unique properties. It has a wide range of biochemical and physiological effects, and its mechanism of action is well understood. 
 

Scientific Research Applications

Electrocatalytic Production

Sodium 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropionate (STFP) can be produced through the electrocatalytic oxidation of 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-1-propanol (TFP) in an electrocatalytic reactor. Using nano-MnOx loaded porous Ti electrodes, STFP is obtained from TFPA, which reacts with NaOH in the electrolyte. This method achieves high conversion and selectivity of STFP under optimized conditions, indicating its potential for large-scale, green chemical production (Wang et al., 2014).

Herbicidal Use

STFP has been explored as a herbicide in agricultural contexts. It showed effectiveness in controlling grasses and sedges in jute fields when applied both pre-planting and post-emergence. Its application method and timing, particularly when incorporated into soil before sowing, significantly influence its effectiveness and selectivity (Saraswat, 1976).

Tubular Electrocatalytic Membrane Reactor

STFP's production has also been enhanced using a tubular electrocatalytic membrane reactor (ECMR). Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations were employed to optimize the ECMR's design, achieving high conversion of TFP to STFP. This development in reactor design could enable more efficient and scalable production of STFP (Wei et al., 2017).

Impact on Pasture Species

Research on the impact of STFP (referred to as tetrapion in the study) on pasture species highlighted its potential as a selective herbicide. It influenced germination, emergence, and survival of various species, with differential effects based on concentration and timing of application. This study provides insights into the ecological impacts and potential agricultural applications of STFP (Campbell & Murison, 1987) .

Sodium-Ion Battery Research

In the field of energy storage, STFP-related compounds have been explored for their potential in sodium-ion batteries. Research into Na3V2(PO4)2F3, a compound structurally related to STFP, hasshown promising results for use as a cathode material in sodium-ion batteries. This compound demonstrated stability during cycling and a significant capacity against sodium metal, making it a candidate for future battery technologies (Chihara et al., 2013).

Enhancement of Sodium Metal Anodes

Research on sodium hexafluorophosphate, a compound similar to STFP, has shown its effectiveness in enhancing the performance of sodium metal anodes in sodium-ion batteries. This compound helped achieve high Coulombic efficiency and stable cycling, suggesting its potential for improving the efficiency and longevity of sodium-ion batteries (Zheng et al., 2018).

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