Description

2-[2-(Trifluoromethoxy)hexafluoropropoxy]tetrafluoropropanoic acid (CAS No. 2479-73-4) is a highly fluorinated organic compound with the molecular formula C₇HF₁₃O₄. This specialty chemical is characterized by its unique perfluorinated ether and carboxylic acid functionalities, making it a valuable intermediate in advanced synthetic applications. Its IUPAC name, 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoro-2-[1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)propoxy]propanoic acid, reflects its complex structure, which contributes to its exceptional chemical and thermal stability. This compound is particularly useful in fluoropolymer research, surface modification, and as a precursor for high-performance materials requiring resistance to harsh environments. Available in high purity grades, it is suitable for laboratory and industrial-scale applications.

Properties

• CAS Number: 2479-73-4
• Complexity: 478
• IUPAC Name: 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoro-2-[1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)propoxy]propanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7HF13O4/c8-2(1(21)22,4(10,11)12)23-6(16,17)3(9,5(13,14)15)24-7(18,19)20/h(H,21,22)
• InChI Key: JNYDOQOWNTURLR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 395.9667246
• Molecular Formula: C7HF13O4
• Molecular Weight: 396.06
• SMILES: C(=O)(C(C(F)(F)F)(OC(C(C(F)(F)F)(OC(F)(F)F)F)(F)F)F)O
• Topological: 55.8
• Monoisotopic Mass: 395.9667246
• Synonyms: 2479-73-4, Perfluoro-2,5-dimethyl-3,6-dioxaheptanoic acid, 2-[2-(Trifluoromethoxy)hexafluoropropoxy]tetrafluoropropanoic acid, 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoro-2-[1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)propoxy]propanoic acid, 2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoro-2-[1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)propoxy]propanoicacid, DOPFLCA n=7, SCHEMBL515229, JNYDOQOWNTURLR-UHFFFAOYSA-N, DTXSID501015827, MFCD32011159, Propanoic acid, 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoro-2-[1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)propoxy]-

Application

This fluorinated carboxylic acid is primarily used as a building block in the synthesis of specialized fluoropolymers and surfactants. Its unique structure enables the development of materials with enhanced thermal stability, chemical resistance, and low surface energy. Researchers utilize it in surface modification applications to create hydrophobic or oleophobic coatings. Additionally, it serves as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research for introducing fluorinated moieties into target molecules.

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