Description

Silver Trifluoroacetate is a versatile organometallic reagent and catalyst, prized for its role in introducing silver ions and trifluoroacetate groups into complex molecular structures. Its high reactivity and solubility in organic solvents make it a critical precursor in advanced synthetic chemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Key reagent in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorination reactions and as a catalyst for coupling reactions.
• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst in various organic transformations, including oxidation and cyclization reactions.
• Material Science: Used in the deposition of silver films and the synthesis of conductive inks or nanomaterials for electronic applications.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a source of the trifluoroacetate anion (TFA) for esterification and as a mild Lewis acid in complex molecule assembly.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a standard or reagent in specific analytical methods for detection and quantification.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the synthesis of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silver Trifluoroacetate
CAS No.	2966-50-9
Molecular Formula	C2AgF3O2
Molecular Weight	220.89 g/mol
Synonyms	Trifluoroacetic Acid Silver Salt; Silver(I) Trifluoroacetate; Argentous Trifluoroacetate; TFA Silver Salt; CF3COOAg; AgTFA
EINECS	220-984-6

Quality Control

Our Silver Trifluoroacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from incompatible materials such as strong alkalis and fluorides.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (AgTFA)	≥ 98.0%
Silver (Ag) Content	48.5 - 49.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002%

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