Description

Diphenyliodonium Tetrafluoroborate is a versatile diaryliodonium salt widely recognized for its role as a highly efficient photoinitiator and catalyst. This compound is critical for initiating cationic polymerization reactions under UV light, enabling the production of high-performance coatings, adhesives, and advanced materials. It is an essential raw material for manufacturers in the photoresist, electronics, and specialty polymer industries seeking reliable and rapid curing solutions.

Application

• Photoinitiator for Cationic Polymerization: A key component in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives for electronics and packaging.
• Photoresist Formulations: Used in the production of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and semiconductor microfabrication processes.
• Organic Synthesis Catalyst: Facilitates various cross-coupling and arylation reactions in pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediate synthesis.
• Fiber Optic Coatings: Enables the rapid, low-temperature curing of protective coatings on optical fibers.
• Dental Composites: Employed in light-cured dental restorative materials and sealants.
• 3D Printing (Stereolithography): Serves as a photoinitiator in resin formulations for additive manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diphenyliodonium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS No.	313-39-3
Molecular Formula	C12H10BF4I
Molecular Weight	368.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Diphenyliodonium fluoroborate; Iodonium, diphenyl-, tetrafluoroborate(1-); Diphenyliodonium BF4; Diphenyliodonium Tetrakis(fluoranyl)boranuide; Bis(phenyl)iodonium tetrafluoroborate; DPI-TFB; (Phenyl)iodonium tetrafluoroborate; Diphenyliodonium fluoroborate (1:1)
EINECS	206-232-6

Quality Control

Our Diphenyliodonium Tetrafluoroborate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for photoinitiator and electronic-grade applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be incompatible with fluorides/strong alkalis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	135 - 140 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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