76-37-9 | 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1-propanol

CAS:76-37-9 | 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1-propanol ,Description

2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1-propanol (TFIP) is an organic compound that is used in a variety of applications, such as in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, in the development of new materials, and in laboratory experiments. It is a colorless liquid with a low boiling point, and is highly soluble in most organic solvents. TFIP has a wide range of applications in organic synthesis and has been used in a variety of research fields, ranging from medicinal chemistry to material sciences.
 

Scientific Research Applications

Environmental Applications

2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoro-1-propanol (TFP) has been studied for its potential in environmental applications. Shih, Tsai, and Huang (2013) investigated the use of TFP in a novel three-phase fluidized bed reactor for wastewater treatment, particularly in CD-R and DVD-R fabrication. This research highlighted the ability of TFP to be mineralized and defluorinated efficiently in wastewater, showcasing its potential in environmental remediation processes (Shih, Tsai, & Huang, 2013).

Industrial and Chemical Synthesis

TFP has been utilized in industrial processes and chemical synthesis. Wang et al. (2014) demonstrated the use of TFP in an electrocatalytic reactor for the high selectivity production of sodium 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropionate, a high value-added chemical. This study underscores the versatility of TFP in electrochemical reactions and its potential in synthesizing valuable chemical compounds (Wang et al., 2014).

Analytical and Physical Chemistry

In analytical and physical chemistry, TFP has been a subject of conformational analysis. Badawi and Förner (2007) conducted a detailed conformational analysis and vibrational assignments of TFP, providing insights into its molecular structure and behavior. This research is crucial for understanding the physical and chemical properties of TFP in various applications (Badawi & Förner, 2007).

Extraction and Separation Processes

TFP has been explored in the context of extraction and separation processes. Zhang et al. (2020) studied the use of TFP in liquid-liquid phase equilibrium and interaction exploration for separating azeotrope mixtures, particularly in the context of ionic liquids. Their research contributes to the understanding of TFP's role in complex separation processes and its interaction with various compounds (Zhang et al., 2020).

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