76-18-6

Basic information

• Product Name: 2-CHLOROHEPTAFLUOROPROPANE
• Synonyms: Propane, 2-chloroheptafluoro-;CFC-217BA;2-CHLOROHEPTAFLUOROPROPANE;2-chloro-1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane;2-Chloroheptafluoropropane (CFC-217ba) 99.5%;Heptafluoroisopropyl chloride;HFC 217ba;Perfluoroisopropyl chloride
• CAS NO: 76-18-6
• Molecular Formula: C₃ClF₇
• Molecular Weight: 204.47
• EINECS: 200-940-3
• Product Categories: refrigerants
• Mol File: 76-18-6.mol

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: -86,6°C
• Boiling Point: -2,2°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.3814 (estimate)
• Refractive Index: 1.3335 (20℃)
• CAS DataBase Reference: 2-CHLOROHEPTAFLUOROPROPANE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2-CHLOROHEPTAFLUOROPROPANE(76-18-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2-CHLOROHEPTAFLUOROPROPANE(76-18-6)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi
• Safety Statements: 23-38
• RIDADR: 3163
• Hazardous Substances Data: 76-18-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Uses

Used in Fire Suppression Systems:
2-Chloroheptafluoropropane is used as a fire extinguishing agent in total flooding fire suppression systems for its ability to disrupt the chemical reaction of the fire and extinguish it through heat absorption. It is considered a safe alternative to halon-based fire suppressants due to its low toxicity.
Used in Aerosol Propellants:
2-Chloroheptafluoropropane is used as an aerosol propellant for its ability to provide a consistent and effective spray, making it suitable for various applications such as personal care products, household sprays, and industrial coatings.
Used in Refrigerants:
2-Chloroheptafluoropropane is used as a refrigerant in various cooling systems due to its non-flammable nature and high thermal stability. It is a suitable alternative to traditional refrigerants that may have environmental or safety concerns.
Used in Foam-Blowing Agents:
2-Chloroheptafluoropropane is used as a foam-blowing agent in the production of polyurethane foams, providing a safe and efficient method for creating lightweight and insulating materials for various industries.
It is important to handle 2-Chloroheptafluoropropane with care and follow proper safety guidelines to prevent any potential health and environmental risks.

InChI:InChI=1/C3ClF7/c4-1(5,2(6,7)8)3(9,10)11

Upstream product

• 1599-41-3 2,2,3-trichloro-1,1,1,3,3-pentafluoropropane 
• 2268-44-2 1,1,2,2-tetrachloro-1,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropane 
• 116-15-4 perfluoropropylene 
• 2804-50-4 2-chloropentafluoropropene 
• 13063-43-9 dichloromalononitrile 
• 64-17-5 ethanol 
• 141-78-6 ethyl acetate 
• 677-69-0 perfluoroisopropyl iodide 
• 506-77-4 cyanogen chloride 
• 50285-19-3 1,1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5-nonafluoro-3-pentafluoroethyl-3,4-bis-trifluoromethyl-pentane 
• 50285-18-2 perfluoro-2,4-dimethyl-3-ethylpentane 
• 7664-39-3 hydrogen fluoride 
• 431-52-7 1,1,2-trichloro-3,3,3-trifluoropropene 
• 75-69-4 trichlorofluoromethane 

Downstream Products

• 116-15-4 perfluoropropylene 
• 431-89-0 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-Heptafluoropropane 
• 690-27-7 2H-pentafluoropropene 
• 2804-50-4 2-chloropentafluoropropene 
• 690-39-1 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoropropane 
• 431-87-8 2-chloro-1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoropropane 
• 238098-38-9 heptafluoroisopropyl-3-methyl-4-nitrobenzene 

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Copper-Substituted Chromium Oxide Compositions, Their Preparation, and Their Use as Catalysts and Catalyst Precursors

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Compositions containing chromium, oxygen and gold, their preparation, and their use as catalysts and catalyst precursors

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Preparation of composition containing chromium, oxygen, and either silver or palladium, and their use as catalysts and catalyst precursors

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A process for the manufacture of CF3CH2CHF2 and CF3CH2CF3 is disclosed. The process involves (a) reacting HF and at least one halopropene of the formula CX3CCl=CClX (where each X is independently F or Cl) to produce a product including both CF3CCl=CF2 and CF3CHClCF3; (b) reacting CF3CCl=CF2 and CF3CHClCF3 produced in (a) with hydrogen to produce a product including both CF3CH2CHF2 and CF3CH2CF3; and (c) recovering CF3CH2CHF2 and CF3CH2CF3 from the product produced in (b). In (a), the CF3CCl=CF2 and CF3CHClCF3 are produced in the presence of a fluorination catalyst including a ZnCr2O4/crystalline α-chromium oxide composition, a ZnCr2O4/crystalline α-chromium oxide composition which has been treated with a fluorinating agent, a zinc halide/α-chromium oxide composition and/or a zinc halide/α-chromium oxide composition which has been treated with a fluorinating agent.

PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION OF 1,1,1,3,3,3-HEXAFLUOROPROPANE AND AT LEAST ONE OF 1,1,1,2,3,3-HEXAFLUOROPROPANE AND 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-HEPTAFLUOROPROPANE

A process is disclosed for the manufacture of 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoropropane (HFC-236fa) and at least one 1,1,1,2,3,3-hexafluoropropane (HFC-236ea) and 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane (HFC-227ea). The process involves (a) reacting HF, Cl2, and at least one halopropene of the formula CX3CCl=CX2 (where each X is independently F or Cl) to produce a product including both CF3CCl2CF3 and CF3CClFCClF2; (b) reacting CF3CCl2CF3 and CF3CClFCClF2 produced in (a) with hydrogen to produce a product comprising CF3CH2CF3 and at least one compound selected from the group consisting of CHF2CHFCF3, and CF3CHFCF3; and (c) recovering from the product produced in (b), CF3CH2CF3 and at least one compound selected from the group consisting of CHF2CHFCF3 and CF3CHFCF3. In (a), the CF3CCl2CF3 and CF3CClFCClF2 are produced in the presence of a chlorofluorination catalyst including a ZnCr2O4/crystalline α-chromium oxide composition, a ZnCr2O4/crystalline α-chromium oxide composition which has been treated with a fluorinating agent, a zinc halide/α-chromium oxide composition and/or a zinc halide/α-chromium oxide composition which has been treated with a fluorinating agent.

PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION OF 1,1,1,3,3-PENTAFLUOROPROPANE AND 1,1,1,2,3-PENTAFLUOROPROPANE

A process is disclosed for the manufacture of CF3CH2CHF2 and CF3CHFCH2F. The process involves (a) reacting hydrogen fluoride, chlorine, and at least one halopropene of the formula CX3CCl=CClX (where each X is independently F or Cl) to produce a product including both CF3CCl2CClF2 and CF3CClFCCl2F; (b) reacting CF3CCl2CClF2 and CF3CClFCCl2F produced in (a) with hydrogen to produce a product including both CF3CH2CHF2, and CF3CHFCH2F; and (c) recovering CF3CH2CHF2 and CF3CHFCH2F from the product produced in (b). In (a), the CF3CCl2CClF2 and CF3CClFCCl2F are produced in the presence of a chlorofluorination catalyst including a ZnCr2O4/crystalline α-chromium oxide composition, a ZnCr2O4/crystalline α-chromium oxide composition which has been treated with a fluorinating agent, a zinc halide/α-chromium oxide composition and/or a zinc halide/α-chromium oxide composition which has been treated with a fluorinating agent.

Method of making fluorinated propanes

The invention provides a process for the manufacture of fluoropropanes, and more particularly, the manufacture of 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoropropane (HFC-236fa) and 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane (HFC-227ea). The process utilizes 3-carbon by-products, i.e. waste material, from other commercial processes as raw material. The process also avoids the use of hexafluoropropane (HFP) as a reactant for making HFC-227ea, and is able to convert any three-carbon hydrocarbon (HC), hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC), chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) compound or any halogenated propanes and produce high valued three-carbon hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) at significantly lower cost than current commercial processes.