Description

Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Trifluoromethyl Ester is a versatile fluorinated organic compound, also known as methyl trifluoromethanesulfonate. This high-value reagent is prized for its powerful trifluoromethanesulfonyl (triflyl) group transfer capability, making it a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce trifluoromethylsulfonyl functionalities or create reactive intermediates under controlled conditions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent for introducing the triflyl (OTf) group in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in nucleoside and nucleotide chemistry.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the trifluoromethanesulfonate moiety enhances biological activity and stability.
• Polymer Science & Material Chemistry: Acts as a potent initiator or catalyst in polymerization reactions and in the synthesis of specialty polymers and high-performance materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a superior methylating and triflylating agent in fine chemical synthesis, often preferred for its high reactivity and selectivity in challenging transformations.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the preparation of metal-organic complexes and catalysts used in cross-coupling and other catalytic processes.
• Laboratory Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D chemists exploring new synthetic methodologies involving fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Trifluoromethyl Ester
CAS No.	3582-05-6
Molecular Formula	C2H3F6O3S
Molecular Weight	212.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Trifluoromethanesulfonate; Methyl Triflate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Trifluoromethylsulfonate; CF3SO3CH3; Triflic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Ester of Triflic Acid; Methyl Perfluoroalkanesulfonate
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Quality Control

Our Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Trifluoromethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The product is moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (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.