Description

Methanesulfonic Acid, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-, Compd. With 1-Phenyl-1H-Imidazole (1:1) is a high-purity, non-nucleophilic organic salt with unique reactivity, serving as a versatile reagent and catalyst precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to facilitate challenging transformations under mild conditions, offering superior selectivity and yield compared to traditional acid catalysts. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development and scale-up of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent or catalyst in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly in fluorination and coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its fluorinated structure imparts desirable biological activity and stability.
• Catalyst Precursor for Polymerization: Serves as a precursor for generating active catalysts in the polymerization of specialty monomers to create high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development in fluoroorganic chemistry and as a non-nucleophilic base or acid source.
• Ligand and Co-catalyst in Metal Complexes: Utilized to modify the properties of metal catalysts, enhancing their activity and selectivity in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Electrolyte Additive Research: Investigated for use in advanced battery systems due to its ionic nature and potential stability in electrochemical environments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methanesulfonic Acid, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-, Compd. With 1-Phenyl-1H-Imidazole (1:1)
CAS No.	361447-81-6
Molecular Formula	C10H8F3N2O3S
Molecular Weight	293.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid 1-Phenylimidazole Salt; 1-Phenylimidazolium Triflate; 1-Phenyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium 1,1,1-trifluoromethanesulfonate; Phenylimidazole Triflate; Triflic Acid Phenylimidazole Salt; N-Phenylimidazole Trifluoromethanesulfonate; 1-Phenylimidazole Trifluoromethanesulfonate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid - 1-Phenyl-1H-imidazole (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our Methanesulfonic Acid, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-, Compd. With 1-Phenyl-1H-Imidazole (1:1) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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