Our consistent product ensures that reproducible results are guaranteed, with no artifacts in analysis or unwanted and unpredictable by-products in syntheses. Fluorochem is REACH registered, so capable of supplying the quantities you need, while still retaining the highest levels of quality and retaining excellent affordability.

HFIP in Research and Manufacturing

HFIP was initially discovered in the 60s, but remained restricted in use until recent years. Now, it is known as a highly versatile solvent, valued in a variety of specialist R&D fields. HFIP’s extreme polarity and large fluorine content means it benefits countless chemical reactions, and improves the solubility of all kinds of substances, even when used in small quantities.

Polymer Solubility for Advanced Materials Research

HFIP is capable of dissolving a wide range of polymers, including some that are typically difficult to dissolve using standard organic solvents

• Nylon (PA6, PA12, PA6/12)
• Polycaprolactone (PCL)
• Poly lactic acid (PLA) (high concentration conditions)
• Silk fibroin
• Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF)
• Aromatic polyamides
• Selected fluorinated polymers

This solubility profile means HFIP is commonly used in studies involving:

• Polymer morphology
• Ink and solution preparation for research
• Fibre formation investigations
• Material compatibility analysis

Note: Use conditions and suitability depend on the specific research methods and laboratory protocols.

HFIP in Solution-Based AM & Polymer Processing Studies

Low solution viscosity, fast evaporation and the ability to support formation of fine structures and fibres mean HFIP has been adopted into experimental AM techniques, especially those focused on polymer dissolution and solution processing. HFIP is referenced in relation to:

• Solution-based 3D printing
• Direct ink writing (DIW) research
• Micro-extrusion studies
• Solvent-casting approaches
• Fibre deposition and structural research

HFIP in Electrospinning and Nanofibre Research

HFIP is widely used in electrospinning research to help achieve fibre uniformity desirable surface morphology of:

• PVDF nanofibres
• PCL nanofibres
• Nylon-based nanofibres

Electrospinning laboratories often choose HFIP when working on the following materials:

• Filtration membranes
• Textile research
• Biomedical materials
• Sensor technologies
• Advanced fibre composites

Use depends on institutional protocols and safety standards.

HFIP in Biomaterials & Bioprinting Research

HFIP is known to support beta-sheet formation in silk fibroin under certain conditions, which is relevant for mechanical stability in research-stage scaffolds.

• Silk fibroin solutions
• PCL-based biomaterials
• Prototype scaffolds for tissue engineering research
• Experimental drug-delivery matrices
• High-porosity materials for academic studies

Why Research Groups Choose Fluorochem for HFIP

Fluorochem supplies HFIP to academic institutions, industrial R&D laboratories, materials developers and medical research groups across the UK and EU.

Supplier Advantages

• Large UK and EU inventory
• Pack sizes from 1 L bottles to bulk quantities
• Consistent quality with full COA
• Reliable logistics for time-sensitive projects
• Support from a longstanding specialty chemical supplier

Safety and Handling Information

Hexafluoro-2-propanol is a hazardous solvent that must only be handled by trained personnel in appropriately equipped laboratory or industrial environments.

Researchers should refer to:

• Their internal safety protocols
• Local regulations
• Fluorochem’s SDS (available upon request)

Appropriate PPE, engineering controls, ventilation and storage procedures are essential.