Description

Indium(III) Tris(trifluoromethanesulfonimide) is a high-purity, inorganic salt complex of indium and the bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide anion. This compound is valued as a highly effective and versatile Lewis acid catalyst, prized for its strong electrophilic character and stability under demanding reaction conditions. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic synthesis, polymer chemistry, and advanced materials development, where it facilitates critical transformations such as Friedel-Crafts alkylations, acylations, and Diels-Alder reactions.

Application

• Lewis Acid Catalysis: Employed as a powerful catalyst in organic synthesis for reactions including Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation, Diels-Alder cycloadditions, and Mukaiyama aldol reactions.
• Polymerization Initiator: Used in the cationic polymerization of olefins, vinyl ethers, and other monomers to produce specialized polymers and resins.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated as a component or additive in advanced electrolyte formulations for lithium-ion and other energy storage systems.
• Materials Science: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of indium-containing complexes and materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key reagent for method development and exploring new catalytic pathways in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Indium(III) Tris(trifluoromethanesulfonimide)
CAS No.	460096-11-1
Molecular Formula	C6F9N3O12S3In
Molecular Weight	803.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Indium(III) triflimide; Indium tris(trifluoromethanesulfonimide); Indium trifluoromethanesulfonimide; Indium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide; Indium TFSI; Indium(III) bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide; In(NTf2)3; Tris[bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imidate]indium
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Quality Control

Our Indium(III) Tris(trifluoromethanesulfonimide) is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Indium content)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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