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Usage

Uses

Used in Surfactant Production:
2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-3-(heptafluoropropoxy)propionic acid is used as a surfactant due to its unique properties, which include its ability to reduce surface tension and improve the wetting and spreading of liquids. This makes it valuable in various industries, such as cleaning products and personal care products.
Used in Fluoroalkyl Ester Production:
2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-3-(heptafluoropropoxy)propionic acid is used as a raw material in the synthesis of fluoroalkyl esters, which are important intermediates in the production of various fluorinated compounds with applications in different industries.
Used in Electronics Manufacturing:
2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-3-(heptafluoropropoxy)propionic acid is used in the manufacturing of electronics due to its chemical stability, which is crucial for the production of reliable and long-lasting electronic components.
Used in Textile Industry:
In the textile industry, 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-3-(heptafluoropropoxy)propionic acid is used for its resistance to degradation, making it suitable for the production of durable and long-lasting textiles.
Used in Coatings Production:
2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-3-(heptafluoropropoxy)propionic acid is used as a monomer in the production of fluoropolymer coatings, which are known for their excellent chemical and thermal stability, making them ideal for use in various applications, such as automotive and aerospace industries.
Used in Synthesis of Other Fluorinated Compounds:
2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-3-(heptafluoropropoxy)propionic acid serves as a raw material in the synthesis of other fluorinated compounds, which have various applications in different industries, including pharmaceuticals and materials science.
However, it is important to note that 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-3-(heptafluoropropoxy)propionic acid is considered a persistent organic pollutant and has the potential to bioaccumulate in the environment, which may lead to ecological and health concerns.

InChI:InChI=1/C6HF11O3/c7-2(8,1(18)19)5(14,15)20-6(16,17)3(9,10)4(11,12)13/h(H,18,19)

Upstream product

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Relevant academic research and scientific papers

FLUOROOLEFIN MONOMERS AND COPOLYMERS THEREOF

Disclosed herein are novel fluoroolefins of formula Rf-O- (CF2CF2)n(CH2CF2)m-CH=CH2, wherein n is 1 or 2, m is 0 or 1 and Rf is a C1- C8 fluoroalkyl or fluoroalkoxy group. The fluoroolefins may be oxidized to manufacture fluorinated carboxylic acids. Also disclosed are fluoropolymers comprising copolymerized units of the fluoroolefins of the invention and at least one other fluoromonomer.

Fluoroalkyl carboxylic acid derivative, method for producing fluorine-containing polymer, and aqueous dispersion of fluorine-containing polymer

This invention provides a novel compound which can be properly used as a surfactant, a method of producing a fluoropolymer, surfactant and a fluoropolymer aqueous dispersions using the novel compound. This invention is a fluoroalkylcarboxylic acid derivative which is represented by the general formula (i): Rf1(OCH2CF2CF2)n1OCX1X2CF2(Rf2)n2COOM ??(i) wherein Rf1 represents a straight or branched fluoroalkyl group containing 1 to 20 carbon atoms, which fluoroalkyl group may optionally contain 1 to 5 oxygen atoms in the principal chain thereof, Rf2 represents a straight or branched fluoroalkylene group containing 1 to 25 carbon atoms, said fluoroalkylene group may optionally contain 1 to 5 oxygen atoms in the principal chain thereof, n1 represents an integer of 0 to 3, n2 represents an integer of 0 or 1, X1 and X2 are the same or different and each represents hydrogen atom or fluorine atom, and M represents NH4 or a monovalent metal element.