661-95-0 | 1,2-Dibromohexafluoropropane

CAS:661-95-0 | 1,2-Dibromohexafluoropropane ,Description

1,2-Dibromohexafluoropropane, also known as 1,2-DBHFP, is an organofluorine compound with a variety of uses in scientific research. It is a colorless, non-flammable gas that is a derivative of hexafluoropropane. 1,2-DBHFP has been used in a range of laboratory experiments, including as a reagent in synthesis and as a probe to study the behavior of proteins and other biomolecules.
 

Scientific Research Applications

• Halogen Bonding in Supramolecular Chemistry1,2-Dibromohexafluoropropane is utilized in the study of halogen bonding, particularly in creating halogen-bonded supramolecular helices. This is achieved through its interaction with bromide ions, leading to the resolution of racemic mixtures (Farina et al., 1999).
• Molecular Structure and Conformational StudiesThe compound has been a subject of interest in understanding molecular structures and conformations. Studies involve gas-phase electron diffraction and ab initio calculations to explore its structural aspects and conformational compositions (Lasse Postmyr, 1994).
• Photochemical Reactions and Synthesis StudiesResearch includes its role in photochemically initiated reactions, particularly in the synthesis of various fluorinated compounds. It's used to understand the mechanisms and products of these photochemical reactions (V. Dědek & Z. Chvátal, 1986) .
• NMR Spectroscopy and Conformational Analysis1,2-Dibromohexafluoropropane is used in NMR spectroscopy to analyze conformational energy differences and isotopic effects. This contributes to understanding molecular behavior in different states (A. D. Marco & G. Gatti, 1972).
• Development of Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs)The compound finds application in the synthesis of COFs, which have potential uses in various fields, including catalysis and material science. Its role in creating COFs with distinct properties and applications has been explored (N. Sahiner, Sahin Demirci, & K. Sel, 2016).
• Catalytic and Stereochemical ApplicationsResearch includes exploring its use in catalytic and stereochemical processes, particularly in alkene difluorination, to create compounds with specific stereochemistry (S. Banik, J. Medley, & E. Jacobsen, 2016).
• Stereoelectronic Effects in Chemical StructuresIt's involved in studies to understand stereoelectronic effects in chemical structures, providing insights into molecular behavior and interactions (M. Bitencourt, M. P. Freitas, & R. Rittner, 2007).

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