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1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane

≥99%

Synonym(s):

HFC-134a

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
FCH2CF3
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
102.03
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12142100
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.22

Assay

≥99%

bp

−26.5 °C (lit.)

SMILES string

FCC(F)(F)F

InChI

1S/C2H2F4/c3-1-2(4,5)6/h1H2

InChI key

LVGUZGTVOIAKKC-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane is used as a trifluorovinylating agent in organic synthesis. It is identified as a potential refrigerant used in place of chlorofluorocarbons. 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane can also be used as a solvent and medical propellant for a wide range of applications. It is used to extract materials of natural origin like natural flavors, fragrances, and nutraceuticals.

Application

1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane can be used:
  • As a solvent in the preparation of cross-linked polymer microspheres through the dispersion polymerization method.
  • As a porogenic solvent in the preparation of porous polymethacrylate monolith via free radical polymerization.
  • In the synthesis of trifluorovinyllithium, a key intermediate for the preparation of 2-halo-2,3-dideoxy-arabinose derivatives of biological importance.

Packaging

Supplied in a Sure/Pac cylinder and has a brass needle valve with a male 1/4" NPTF outlet thread installed. Before using the cylinder, ensure that the valve is closed, then remove the galvanized steel hex cap that seals the outlet valve.

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Legal Information

Aldrich is a registered trademark of Sigma-Aldrich Co. LLC
Sure/Pac is a trademark of Sigma-Aldrich Co. LLC

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Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

Precautionary Statements

Hazard Classifications

Press. Gas Compr. Gas

Storage Class Code

2A - Gases

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable


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