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A study of the electrochemical fluorination of propene under rigidly controlled conditions has led to the development of a number of techniques which improve the reproducibility and chemical yields of the process. It has been shown that controlled ‘conditioning’ of the anode was critical to the reproducibility of the reactions. Control of the anode potential within specific limits during fluorination was essential to minimize breakdown of the organic compounds. The experimental data are discussed within the context of the possible reaction mechanisms.
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Drakesmith, F.G., Hughes, D.A. The electrochemical fluorination of propene. J Appl Electrochem 6, 23–32 (1976). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01058866
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