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2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane (CAS 31898-68-7)

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Alternate Names:
2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane is also known as HFIBO.
Application:
2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane is a halogenated compound for proteomics research
CAS Number:
31898-68-7
Molecular Weight:
180.05
Molecular Formula:
C4H2F6O
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

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2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane is a fluorinated oxirane characterized by its electron deficiency and high kinetic energy. Its versatile nature finds utility as a lubricant and demonstrates efficacy in synthesizing epoxides and other organic compounds. Within coating preparations, such as polyurethanes and silicone rubbers, it engages in non-covalent interactions with metal cations. Furthermore, 2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane boasts functional groups that prove valuable in coordination chemistry.


2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane (CAS 31898-68-7) References

  1. Reactions of 2,2-bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane with alcohols under phase transfer catalysis  |  VA Petrov. 2004. Journal of Fluorine Chemistry. 125: 531-536.
  2. Are the CF3 groups in 2,2-bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane eclipsed or staggered? Insights from rotational spectroscopy and quantum chemical calculations  |  SA Cooke, AJ Minei. 2012. Chemical Physics Letters. 535: 35-39.

Ordering Information

Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane, 250 mg

sc-260145
250 mg
$65.00

2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane, 1 g

sc-260145A
1 g
$161.00

2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane, 5 g

sc-260145B
5 g
$345.00

2,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)oxirane, 25 g

sc-260145C
25 g
$1012.00