HCFC-124 (1-Chloro-1,2,2,2-tetrafluoroethane)

Identification

Synonyms: 1-Chloro-1,2,2,2-tetrafluoroethane (IUPAC); 2-Chloro-1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane; Freon 124;  chlorotetrafluoroethane; R-124; HCFC124
CAS No.: 2837-89-0   EC No.: 220-629-6
Molecular Weight:  136.48
Molecular Formula: C2HClF4
Structural Formula:
b.p. (1 atm): -10.95°C
Critical T.: 122.25°C
Critical P.: 3.613mPa
Critical density.: 0.565g/cm3
ODP: 0.02
GWP: 0.10
Appearance: colorless and odorless gas

Preparation

HCFC-124 can be made by fluoridation reaction of HCFC-123 and HF

Application

1) HCFC-124 is mainly used as a component of azeotropic blend refrigerant such as R40 (with % HCFC-124), replacement for CFC-114
2) Fire extinguishing agent

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