Description

Trifluoro(Pyridine)Boron is a versatile organoboron reagent, specifically a pyridine-borane complex, with the CAS number 407-76-1. This compound serves as a crucial source of nucleophilic fluoride and a mild reducing agent, enabling selective transformations in complex synthetic pathways. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise and efficient fluorination or reduction steps.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key reagent for the selective introduction of fluorine atoms into drug candidates, enhancing metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine moiety improves efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a catalyst or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and boron-nitrogen containing materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed as a mild reducing agent for carbonyl groups and imines, or as a fluoride source in nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) reactions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Useful in the preparation of boron-based ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve stability and performance at high voltages.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trifluoro(Pyridine)Boron
CAS No.	407-76-1
Molecular Formula	C5H5BF3N
Molecular Weight	146.91 g/mol
Synonyms	Pyridine-Boron Trifluoride Complex; Pyridine Trifluoroborane; Boron Trifluoride-Pyridine Complex; Trifluoroborane-Pyridine Adduct; Pyridine·BF3; BF3-Pyridine; Borane, Trifluoro(pyridine)-; 407-76-1
EINECS	206-979-2

Quality Control

Our Trifluoro(Pyridine)Boron is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific test results 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Melting Point	86 - 90 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %

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