335-36-4 | Perfluoro-2-butyltetrahydrofuran

CAS:335-36-4 | Perfluoro-2-butyltetrahydrofuran ,Description

Perfluoro-2-butyltetrahydrofuran (PFBTHF) is a highly fluorinated organic compound that is used in a variety of applications, including as a solvent, an additive in lubricants, and a surfactant. It is a colorless, odorless, and non-flammable liquid that has a low vapor pressure, making it ideal for use in a variety of laboratory settings. PFBTHF has been found to have a wide range of properties, including low solubility in water and high solubility in organic solvents. It is also highly resistant to hydrolysis and oxidation, making it an attractive choice for use in a variety of applications.
 

Scientific Research Applications

• Matrix Isolation and Spectroscopic Studies: Perfluoro-2-butyltetrahydrofuran forms a clear glass at 77 K, suitable for radiolytic generation and spectroscopic studies of cations of perfluoroaromatic compounds (Shoute & Mittal, 1989) .
• Catalysis in Organic Reactions: Used as a solvent in the manganese(III) acetate dihydrate catalyzed aerobic epoxidation of unfunctionalized olefins, demonstrating good yields and regioselectivity (Ravikumar et al., 1998).
• Gas Separation Properties: Plasma polymer films prepared from perfluoro-2-butyltetrahydrofuran show promise in gas separation due to good permselectivity, with potential applications in the development of selective membranes (Inagaki et al., 1989).
• Emulsification Efficiency: The emulsification efficiency of perfluoro-2-butyltetrahydrofuran was studied, indicating potential applications in creating stable emulsions for various uses (Pasternacki-Surian et al., 1992).
• Synthesis of Fluorinated Compounds: Useful in the synthesis of various fluorinated compounds and their derivatives, contributing to the development of novel materials (Filyakova et al., 2003).
• Biomedical Applications: Studied for its cytotoxicity in the context of intraocular use, suggesting a potential role in ophthalmic procedures (Romano et al., 2021).

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