Description

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl Triethylammonium Triflate is a specialized ionic liquid and fluorinated ammonium salt with significant utility as a catalyst and reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique triflate anion and trifluoroethyl group, which impart high thermal stability, low nucleophilicity, and excellent solubility in various organic media. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for facilitating challenging transformations like Friedel-Crafts acylations and other Lewis acid-catalyzed reactions.

Application

• As a Lewis acid catalyst or co-catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly for acylations and alkylations.
• As a high-performance electrolyte component or additive in lithium-ion and other advanced battery systems.
• As a key reagent in the synthesis of fluorinated organic compounds and complex molecules.
• In polymer chemistry as a catalyst for polymerization reactions or for modifying polymer properties.
• For academic and industrial R&D in developing new synthetic methodologies and catalytic processes.
• As a potential ionic liquid solvent or medium for green chemistry applications and separation processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl Triethylammonium Triflate
CAS No.	380230-73-9
Molecular Formula	C9H18F6NO3S
Molecular Weight	350.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Triethyl(2,2,2-trifluoroethyl)ammonium Trifluoromethanesulfonate; N,N,N-Triethyl-2,2,2-trifluoroethanaminium Triflate; Trifluoroethyltriethylammonium Triflate; TEATf; Triethyl(trifluoroethyl)ammonium Triflate; 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyltriethylammonium Trifluoromethanesulfonate; (2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl)triethylammonium Triflate
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Quality Control

Our 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl Triethylammonium Triflate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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