Description

Silylating Mixture Fluka I According To is a specialized reagent formulation designed for derivatization in analytical chemistry. This product is critical for enhancing the volatility and thermal stability of polar compounds, enabling accurate analysis via gas chromatography (GC) and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). It is an essential tool for analytical laboratories in the pharmaceutical, environmental, and food safety industries requiring precise and reliable sample preparation.

Application

• GC and GC-MS Sample Derivatization: Primary use for silylating active hydrogens in polar functional groups (e.g., -OH, -COOH, -NH, -SH) to improve chromatographic performance.
• Pharmaceutical Analysis: Used in the quantification and profiling of drug metabolites, steroids, and other bioactive molecules.
• Environmental Testing: Employed for the detection and analysis of pollutants, pesticides, and endocrine-disrupting chemicals in water and soil samples.
• Food and Flavor Chemistry: Facilitates the analysis of sugars, organic acids, amino acids, and other key components in food products.
• Forensic Toxicology: Aids in the derivatization of drugs of abuse and their metabolites for confirmatory testing.
• Metabolomics and Proteomics Research: Essential for preparing complex biological samples for profiling studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silylating Mixture Fluka I According To
CAS No.	318974-69-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Fluka Silylation Mixture I; Silylating Reagent Mixture Fluka I; Trimethylsilylation Mixture; TMS Derivatization Mixture; N,O-Bis(trimethylsilyl)trifluoroacetamide (BSTFA) with Trimethylchlorosilane (TMCS) Mixture; Silylating Agent for GC; HMDS-TMCS Mixture Alternative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Silylating Mixture Fluka I According To is manufactured and tested to meet the high-purity standards required for sensitive analytical applications. Each batch is rigorously controlled to ensure consistent derivatization performance and minimal background interference. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, detailing purity, composition, and performance tests.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent degradation and maintain reagent efficacy.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Composition	Defined mixture of silylating agents and catalyst
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0% (total active components)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Performance Test	Complete derivatization of standard compounds

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