Pentafluoroethyl iodide

Pentafluoroethyl iodide is a suggested component of a fire-extinguishing composition. It is a very dense gas.

Production
Pentafluoroethyl iodide can be produced by electrochemical fluorination of 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoro-1,2-diiodoethane.

It can also be produced by react tetrafluoroethylene, iodine and iodine pentafluoride.

Properties
Pentafluoroethyl iodide is a pungent colourless gas and an anesthetic.

Uses
Pentafluoroethyl iodide is an intermediate of preparing other compounds.