Physical and Chemical Properties
| Chemical Name | 2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene |
| Chemical Formula | CH2=CFCF3 |
| Replacement For | HFC R-134a and CFC R-12 |
| Appearance | Clear |
| Odor | Slight |
| Boiling Point | −29°C (−22°F) |
| Form | Liquefied Gas |
Description
2,3,3,3-Tetrafluoropropene, HFO-1234yf, is a hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) with the formula CH2=CFCF3. HFO-1234yf has a global warming potential (GWP) of less than 1, compared to 1,430 for R-134a and 1 for carbon dioxide. This colorless gas is being used as a replacement for R-134a as a refrigerant in automobile air conditioners.
