Hexafluoroisopropanol (HFIP) is an acidic alcohol and due to its strong hydrogen bonding properties it can be used as a solvent for many different kinds of polymers. It is used as an intermediate to prepare pharmaceuticals.
Overview
Hexafluoroisopropanol (HFIP)
| Chemical Formula | (CF3)2CHOH |
| Molecular Weight | 168.04 |
| Boiling Point | 59°C |
| Melting Point | -4°C |
| Density (25°C) | 1.6 g/mL |
| Vapor Pressure (20°C) | 160 hPa (120 mm Hg) |
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| Odor | Very strong odor |
| Solubility in Water | Soluble |
Specifications
– Assay by Gas Chromatography: 99.9% minimum
– Fluoride: 10 ppm maximum
– Chloride: 50 ppm maximum
– Water: 100 ppm maximum
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