Description

Nitronium Hexafluoroantimonate is a powerful and highly reactive nitronium ion source, widely recognized for its role as a superelectrophilic nitrating and oxidizing agent. This compound is critical for facilitating challenging chemical transformations that require exceptionally strong electrophilic character. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories, as well as specialty chemical manufacturers, working in advanced organic synthesis, materials science, and the development of high-energy materials.

Application

• Superelectrophilic Nitration: Used for the nitration of deactivated aromatic compounds and other substrates unreactive to conventional nitrating agents.
• Polymer and Resin Modification: Acts as a catalyst or reagent in cationic polymerization and the functionalization of polymers.
• Energetic Materials Research: Employed in the synthesis and study of novel explosives and propellant components.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent for introducing nitro groups and for various oxidation reactions in complex molecule construction.
• Catalysis: Functions as a potent Lewis acid catalyst in Friedel-Crafts and related reactions.
• Materials Science: Used in the surface treatment and modification of advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nitronium Hexafluoroantimonate
CAS No.	17856-92-7
Molecular Formula	NO2SbF6
Molecular Weight	313.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Nitronium hexafluoroantimonate(V); Nitryl hexafluoroantimonate; Nitronium fluoroantimonate; NO2SbF6; Nitryl fluoroantimonate; Nitrating agent NITROGENIUM; Nitronium antimony hexafluoride
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Quality Control

Our Nitronium Hexafluoroantimonate is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through techniques including titration, ion chromatography, and spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and highly reactive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (NO2SbF6)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Free Acid (as HF)	≤ 0.5 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.