Description

Dibutylboron Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a highly reactive organoboron reagent, specifically a boron triflate derivative. This compound is valued for its exceptional Lewis acidity, making it a powerful catalyst and promoter in demanding organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a highly efficient Lewis acid catalyst for Friedel-Crafts alkylations, acylations, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions.
• Promoter for Polymerization: Used to initiate and control the polymerization of olefins and other monomers in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Reagent in Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Facilitates key synthetic steps, such as cyclizations and functional group manipulations, in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as an activator or co-catalyst in various metal-mediated cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki-Miyaura).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel organoboron compounds and boron-containing advanced materials.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Can be utilized in chiral induction processes when paired with appropriate ligands for enantioselective transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibutylboron Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	60669-69-4
Molecular Formula	C9H18BF3O3S
Molecular Weight	274.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibutylboron Triflate; Dibutylborane Trifluoromethanesulfonate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Dibutylboron Ester; Butylboron Triflate; (Dibutylboranyl) Trifluoromethanesulfonate; B,B-Dibutylborinic Trifluoromethanesulfonic Anhydride
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Quality Control

Our Dibutylboron Trifluoromethanesulfonate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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