Description

Neodymium(III) Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a high-purity rare earth metal salt of trifluoromethanesulfonic acid, a powerful superacid. This compound serves as a highly efficient and versatile Lewis acid catalyst, prized for its stability, water tolerance, and reusability in demanding organic transformations. It is a critical reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors, enabling key synthetic steps like Friedel-Crafts acylations, Diels-Alder reactions, and esterifications.

Application

• Lewis Acid Catalysis: A key catalyst for Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation, Diels-Alder cycloadditions, and Mukaiyama aldol reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its selectivity and mild reaction conditions.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Employed in the ring-opening polymerization (ROP) of lactones and other monomers to produce biodegradable polymers and specialty plastics.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Facilitates esterification, acetal formation, and other functional group transformations in the synthesis of fragrances, flavors, and agrochemicals.
• Advanced Materials Research: Acts as a dopant or precursor in the development of optical materials, magnetic compounds, and luminescent systems.
• Green Chemistry Applications: Valued for its potential reusability and activity in various solvent systems, aligning with sustainable chemistry principles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neodymium(III) Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	34622-08-7
Molecular Formula	C3F9NdO9S3 or Nd(CF3SO3)3
Molecular Weight	687.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Neodymium Triflate; Neodymium Trifluoromethanesulfonate; Neodymium(III) Triflate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Neodymium(III) Salt; Nd(OTf)3; Nd(CF3SO3)3; Neodymium Tris(trifluoromethanesulfonate)
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Quality Control

Our Neodymium(III) Trifluoromethanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay (Nd content), purity by titration, and trace metal analysis. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial-scale applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Nd Content)	≥ 99.0% (Typical 99.5%)
Purity (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 100 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 200 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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