355-08-8

Basic information

• Product Name: 1H,1H,2H-HEPTAFLUOROPENT-1-ENE
• Synonyms: HEPTAFLUOROPENT-1-ENE;3,3,4,4,5,5,5-5GHEPTAFLUOROPENTENE-1;3,3,4,4,5,5,5-HEPTAFLUORO-1-PENTENE;1H,1H,2H-PERFLUOROPENT-1-ENE;1H,1H,2H-HEPTAFLUOROPENT-1-ENE;1H,1H,2H-HEPTAFLUOROPENTENE-1;3,3,4,4,5,5,5-heptafluoropent-1-ene;1H,1H,2H-Heptafluoropent-1-ene97%
• CAS NO: 355-08-8
• Molecular Formula: C₅H₃F₇
• Molecular Weight: 196.07
• EINECS: 206-576-1
• Mol File: 355-08-8.mol
• Article Data: 2

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 30-31
• Flash Point: °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.357g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 968mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.287
• CAS DataBase Reference: 1H,1H,2H-HEPTAFLUOROPENT-1-ENE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 1H,1H,2H-HEPTAFLUOROPENT-1-ENE(355-08-8)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 1H,1H,2H-HEPTAFLUOROPENT-1-ENE(355-08-8)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: F
• Hazardous Substances Data: 355-08-8(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

1H,1H,2H-Heptafluoropent-1-ene is a colorless and odorless gas that belongs to the hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) family of chemicals. It is used as a refrigerant and a blowing agent in the production of foam insulation and packaging materials. 1H,1H,2H-HEPTAFLUOROPENT-1-ENE has been developed as an alternative to ozone-depleting substances such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and has a relatively low global warming potential. However, it is also a greenhouse gas and contributes to climate change, leading to its regulated use and phase-out in many countries in favor of more environmentally friendly alternatives.

Uses

Used in Refrigeration Industry:
1H,1H,2H-Heptafluoropent-1-ene is used as a refrigerant in various cooling systems due to its low ozone depletion potential and relatively low global warming potential. It serves as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional refrigerants that have a higher impact on the ozone layer and climate change.
Used in Foam Insulation and Packaging Materials Industry:
1H,1H,2H-Heptafluoropent-1-ene is used as a blowing agent in the production of foam insulation and packaging materials. Its role is to create the foam structure by expanding the material, providing insulation and cushioning properties. The use of this compound in this industry is due to its ability to create stable and efficient foams with reduced environmental impact compared to other blowing agents.
However, it is important to note that the use of 1H,1H,2H-Heptafluoropent-1-ene is being regulated and phased out in many countries due to its classification as a greenhouse gas and its contribution to climate change. This has led to the search for more environmentally friendly alternatives in both the refrigeration and foam insulation industries.

InChI:InChI=1/C5H3F7/c1-2-3(6,7)4(8,9)5(10,11)12/h2H,1H2

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Downstream Products

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Relevant articles and documents

Perfluoroalkylation of coordinated ethene in Rh(I) and Ir(I) complexes. Catalytic addition of iodoperfluoroalkanes to ethene

The complexes [M(η5-Cp?)(η2-C2H4)2] (M = Rh, Ir) react with iodoperfluoroalkanes to give [M(η5-Cp?)-(CH2CH2RF)(μ-I)]2 (main