Description

Boron Trifluoride Methyl Sulfide Complex is a versatile and highly reactive Lewis acid catalyst and reagent. This complex is valued for its ability to facilitate a wide range of organic synthesis reactions, offering a more stable and manageable alternative to gaseous boron trifluoride. It is a critical component for chemical manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking efficient and reliable catalysts for complex transformations.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Widely used as a powerful Lewis acid catalyst for alkylation, acylation, polymerization, and isomerization reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymerization Initiator: Serves as a catalyst in the production of specific polymers and resins.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and other crop protection agents.
• Friedel-Crafts Reactions: An effective catalyst for classic Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation processes.
• Esterification and Etherification: Facilitates the formation of esters and ethers in various synthetic pathways.
• Research & Development: A key reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Boron Trifluoride Methyl Sulfide Complex
CAS No.	353-43-5
Molecular Formula	C2H6BF3S
Molecular Weight	129.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Boron Trifluoride Dimethyl Sulfide Complex; Boron Trifluoride-Methyl Sulfide; BF3-S(CH3)2; BF3-Me2S; Boron Trifluoride Dimethyl Sulfide Adduct; Boron Fluoride Methyl Sulfide Complex; (Methylsulfanyl)dimethylborane Trifluoride; Borane, trifluoro(methylthio)-
EINECS	206-537-6

Quality Control

Our Boron Trifluoride Methyl Sulfide Complex is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed-upon standards. We support our clients' regulatory needs with full traceability and documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and highly volatile nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when not in use to prevent decomposition and moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (BF3 Complex)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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