407-47-6 | 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl acrylate

CAS:407-47-6 | 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl acrylate ,Description

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl acrylate (TFEA) is an organic compound used in a variety of scientific applications. It is a colorless liquid with a low boiling point and high vapor pressure. TFEA is commonly used as a monomer in the synthesis of polymers, as a reactant in chemical reactions, and as a solvent for other organic compounds. It is also used as a reagent in organic synthesis and as a catalyst in various industrial processes.
 

Scientific Research Applications

Polymer Synthesis and High-Tech Applications

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl acrylate is a vital component in the synthesis of various polymers. It has gained attention in high-tech applications due to its low toxicity, ease of handling, and versatility as a comonomer. Its copolymers and terpolymers, particularly with alkyl 2-trifluoromethacrylate and 2-(trifluoromethyl)acrylic acid, exhibit properties desirable in lithography, molecularly imprinted polymers, optics, adsorbents, polymer electrolyte membranes for fuel cells, lithium-ion batteries, protective stone coatings, multicompartmental micelles, and nanocomposites (Patil & Améduri, 2013).

Enhancing Adhesion and Surface Properties

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl acrylate has been used to improve the adhesion strength and surface properties of materials. For instance, acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) fluorinated with this compound exhibited reduced surface energy and improved adhesion, useful in various industrial applications like medical products, aircraft, space shuttles, and automobiles (Bae et al., 2013).

Gas-Responsive Polymers for Biomedical Applications

A notable application in biomedicine involves creating dual-gas responsive polymers using 2,2,2-trifluoroethyl acrylate. These polymers exhibit unique CO2 and O2 responsiveness, which could be pivotal in drug delivery systems, as demonstrated by the effective encapsulation and release of a model hydrophobic drug under CO2 or O2 exposure (Jiang et al., 2017).

Nanotechnology and Surface Hydrophobicity

In nanotechnology, amphiphilic diblock copolymers containing 2,2,2-trifluoroethyl acrylate have been synthesized to create nanostructured epoxy thermosets with enhanced surface hydrophobicity. This improvement is attributed to the fluorine-containing subchain enrichment on the surface, offering potential in various high-performance applications (Yi et al., 2009).

Fluorinated Copolymers as Protective Coatings

Another application is in the development of protective coatings. Fluorinated acrylic copolymers based on 2,2,2-trifluoroethyl acrylate have shown promise as protective coatings for marble, indicating enhanced performance compared to non-fluorinated counterparts. These coatings significantly improve water repellency and preserve the appearance of the stone (Toniolo et al., 2002).

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