Description

Boron Trifluoride (Ca.10% (Ca.1.3 M) In& CAS NO 373-59-1 is a specialized chemical solution where boron trifluoride gas is dissolved in a suitable solvent, typically at a concentration of approximately 10% (approximately 1.3 M). This product is a powerful and versatile Lewis acid catalyst, essential for driving complex organic synthesis reactions with high efficiency and selectivity. It is a critical reagent for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, enabling key transformations such as polymerizations, alkylations, and acylations.

Application

• Catalyst for Polymerization Reactions: Widely used as a catalyst in the production of various polymers, including polyols and certain specialty resins.
• Friedel-Crafts Alkylation and Acylation: Serves as a highly effective Lewis acid catalyst for introducing alkyl or acyl groups into aromatic rings, a fundamental step in fine chemical synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Facilitates key bond-forming steps in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Manufacture of Agrochemicals: Used in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and other agricultural chemicals where specific molecular frameworks are required.
• Isomerization and Rearrangement Reactions: Employed to catalyze the rearrangement of organic compounds, such as the conversion of epoxides to carbonyls.
• Petroleum Alkylation: Acts as a catalyst in refinery processes to produce high-octane gasoline components.
• Laboratory Reagent for Organic Synthesis: A staple reagent in research and development laboratories for method development and small-scale synthesis.
• Manufacture of Boron-Containing Compounds: Used as a boron source in the synthesis of boron esters and other organoboron reagents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Boron Trifluoride (Ca.10% (Ca.1.3 M) In& CAS NO 373-59-1
CAS No.	373-59-1
Molecular Formula	BF₃ (gas), supplied in solution
Molecular Weight	67.81 g/mol (BF₃)
Synonyms	Boron Fluoride; Trifluoroborane; Borane, trifluoro-; Boron(III) fluoride; BF3; Boron trifluoride complex; Boron trifluoride solution; Boron fluoride solution
EINECS	206-786-3

Quality Control

Our Boron Trifluoride solution is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for industrial processes. Quality is verified through analytical methods including titration and gas chromatography to confirm assay and solvent purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for concentration, identity, and impurities is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and incompatible materials such as strong bases and active metals. The container must be kept tightly sealed and upright to prevent moisture ingress and pressure buildup. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as BF₃)	9.5 - 10.5 % (w/w) (approx. 1.3 M)
Solvent Identity	As specified (e.g., Diethyl ether, Tetrahydrofuran)

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