Description

Ammonium 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropionate is a specialized fluorinated organic salt with significant utility as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its ability to introduce the unique physicochemical properties of the tetrafluoropropionate moiety into target molecules, such as enhanced stability, lipophilicity, and metabolic resistance. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging fluorine's ability to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, where the fluorinated group can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for fluorinated components in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), contributing to improved dielectric properties and thermal stability.
• Surface Modification & Coatings: Employed to create fluorinated surfaces that impart oil- and water-repellent (omniphobic) characteristics, useful in specialty textiles, paints, and protective coatings.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to engineer fluoropolymers with enhanced chemical resistance, lower surface energy, and improved weatherability.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination methodologies and creating novel fluorinated compounds for various applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropionate
CAS No.	1428-27-9
Molecular Formula	C3H5F4NO2
Molecular Weight	163.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium Tetrafluoropropionate; 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropionic Acid Ammonium Salt; Ammonium Perfluoropropionate; Ammonium 3,3,4,4-Tetrafluoropropanoate; AFP Ammonium Salt; Tetrafluoropropionic Acid Ammonium Salt; Ammonium 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropanoate
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Quality Control

Our Ammonium 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropionate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurity profiles, and other critical parameters are available upon request, supporting compliance in regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.