Description

Holmium (III) Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a high-purity rare earth metal salt of trifluoromethanesulfonic acid, a powerful superacid. This compound is valued for its strong Lewis acidity and stability, making it an exceptional catalyst in demanding organic synthesis and polymerization reactions. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, advanced materials, and specialty chemical sectors seeking efficient and selective catalytic processes.

Application

• Lewis Acid Catalyst: Employed in Friedel-Crafts alkylation, acylation, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions requiring a strong, stable, and water-tolerant catalyst.
• Polymerization Initiator: Used in the controlled polymerization of olefins and other monomers to produce high-performance polymers with specific characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Facilitates key transformations such as esterifications, rearrangements, and cyclizations in the synthesis of complex molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: A critical tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for developing new catalytic methodologies and exploring reaction mechanisms.
• Specialty Materials Production: Used in the synthesis of advanced optical materials, ceramics, and other inorganic-organic hybrid materials leveraging holmium's unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Holmium (III) Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	139177-63-2
Molecular Formula	C3F9HoO9S3 or Ho(CF3SO3)3
Molecular Weight	674.12 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Holmium Triflate; Holmium Trifluoromethanesulfonate; Holmium(III) Triflate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Holmium(III) Salt; Holmium Tris(trifluoromethanesulfonate); Ho(OTf)3; Holmium(3+) Trifluoromethanesulfonate
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Quality Control

Our Holmium (III) Trifluoromethanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ho(OTf)3)	≥ 99.0%
Purity (Ho basis)	≥ 24.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 100 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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