Description

Potassium Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a versatile and highly reactive organometallic reagent and catalyst. This compound is valued for its role as a powerful triflating agent and a source of the non-coordinating triflate anion, enabling critical transformations in advanced chemical synthesis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce fluorine-containing groups or create stable intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent for the preparation of triflate esters, which are pivotal intermediates in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development.
• Catalyst and Ligand Precursor: Used in the synthesis of metal complexes and as a catalyst component in polymerization and organic transformations.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of novel, fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethanesulfonate group enhances biological activity and stability.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve conductivity and electrode stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating advanced polymers, ionic liquids, and other functional materials with tailored properties.
• Laboratory Reagent: A standard reagent in research laboratories for fluorination reactions and the study of reaction mechanisms involving super-acid anions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	41804-89-1
Molecular Formula	CF3KO3S
Molecular Weight	188.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Triflate; Potassium Trifluoromethanesulphonate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Potassium Salt; CF3SO3K; Potassium Perfluoroalkanesulfonate; Potassium 1,1,1-Trifluoromethanesulfonate; Potassium Trifluoromethylsulfonate
EINECS	255-523-7

Quality Control

Our Potassium Trifluoromethanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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 dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Solubility	Soluble in water, polar organic solvents

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