3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-2-butanol is a fluorinated alcohol characterized by its unique structure, which includes five fluorine atoms attached to a butanol backbone. This compound is notable for its high electronegativity due to the presence of fluorine, which significantly influences its physical and chemical properties. It is a colorless liquid at room temperature and exhibits a relatively low boiling point compared to non-fluorinated alcohols. The presence of multiple fluorine atoms imparts strong hydrogen bonding capabilities, affecting its solubility in various solvents. Additionally, 3,3,4,4,4-pentafluoro-2-butanol is known for its stability and resistance to oxidation, making it useful in various applications, including as a solvent and in chemical synthesis. Its unique properties also make it of interest in the fields of materials science and pharmaceuticals. However, due to the environmental concerns associated with fluorinated compounds, its use may be subject to regulatory scrutiny.

3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-2-butanol

374-40-3: 1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluorobutan-3-ol, 2-Butanol, 3,3,4,4,4-pentafluoro-, 3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-2-butanol, 3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluorobutan-2-Ol, Pentafluorobutanol-2,   

3,3,3,4,4-Pentafluorobutan-2-ol

3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-2-butanol is a synthetic monomer that is used in the manufacture of coatings. It is a cationic polymerization agent and has been shown to have the ability to minimize thermal energy. This agent also minimizes photopolymerizable surface properties and hydroxyl group. 3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-2-butanol can be used as a polymerization inhibitor for fluorinated polymers. The hydrogen chloride or chlorine atom in this molecule can be used to attach it to another substance with which it does not react chemically.

CAS 374-40-3: 3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-2-butanol

3,3,3,4,4-Pentafluorobutan-2-ol

Ref: 10-F006957

3,3,4,4,4-Pentafluoro-2-butanol

Ref: 3D-FP97147

1,1,1,2,2-Pentafluorobutan-3-ol

Ref: 54-PC5562