1. Superlubricity Performance: Trifluoropropyl-modified silicone oil has been studied for its superlubricity performance on engineering steel. This modified silicone oil can induce direct superlubricity and ultra-low wear between friction pairs of engineering steel. This superlubricity is attributed to the ability of polyether-modified silicone oil to effectively interact with the friction surface through polyether functional groups, inducing complex friction chemical reaction processes under friction catalysis, forming an organic lubricating film mainly composed of carbon, silicon, and oxygen elements. This film not only effectively passivates the friction surface but also achieves superlubric sliding due to its easy shearing characteristics. This discovery provides high potential for the promotion of superlubricity in industrial oils and the development of mechanical systems.

2. Environmental-friendly Antifouling Coating: Trifluoropropyl-modified silicone oil is used to enhance the antifouling performance of poly(dimethyl-methylphenyl-methyltrifluoropropyl)siloxane (PDPFS) coatings, which are efficient and environmentally friendly antifouling coatings that do not release toxic substances and do not damage marine ecosystems. By incorporating trifluoropropyl-modified silicone oil, the antifouling capability of the coating can be enhanced, especially by forming an oil film to prevent marine organisms from attaching, and if attached, they can be easily removed along with the oil film by external forces.

3. Market Demand Growth: The global market for trifluoropropyl-modified silicone oil is expected to grow from $484 million in 2024 to $643 million by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. This growth is expected to be driven by increased demand in the personal care industry in emerging economies and rapid growth in applications in the automotive, healthcare, and construction industries.

4. Expansion of Application Fields: Trifluoropropyl-modified silicone oil, due to its excellent thermal stability, low surface tension, and superior dielectric properties, has a wide range of applications in the automotive, medical, and electronics industries. Especially in the automotive industry, it serves as a key component in brake fluids, radiator coolants, and shock absorber fluids; in the medical field, it is used to lubricate surgical instruments and manufacture ocular implants; in the electronics industry, it becomes the preferred choice for insulation and cooling applications due to its high dielectric strength.

5. Technological Innovation Drive: Companies will place greater emphasis on technological innovation, developing new production processes and products to improve the performance and quality of trifluoropropyl-modified silicone oil and reduce production costs. For example, developing modified silicone oils with higher thermal conductivity and insulation properties to meet the special needs of the electronic information field.

6. Environmental Trend: With the strengthening of environmental trends, trifluoropropyl-modified silicone oil, due to its low surface energy and excellent antifouling performance, is expected to be more widely applied in environmentally friendly products, especially in applications where the release of toxic substances needs to be reduced.

In summary, the new application prospects for trifluoropropyl-modified silicone oil in 2025 will focus on superlubricity performance, environmental-friendly antifouling coatings, market demand growth, expansion of application fields, technological innovation drive, and environmental trends, showing its broad application potential and market growth prospects in various industries.