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.
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.
| 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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