Description

Nickel(II) Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a versatile and highly reactive organometallic catalyst and reagent. This compound is valued for its strong Lewis acidity and stability, making it an essential component in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and polymer industries for facilitating critical cross-coupling and polymerization reactions.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Employed as a highly effective Lewis acid catalyst for Friedel-Crafts alkylation, acylation, and various carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions.
• Polymerization Initiator: Used in the production of specialized polymers and plastics, particularly in coordination polymerization processes.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in advanced battery systems and electrochemical applications due to its unique ionic properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key reagent in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Materials Science Research: Utilized in the development of novel magnetic materials, coatings, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Facilitates important catalytic cycles in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-free coupling methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nickel(II) Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	60871-84-3
Molecular Formula	C2F6NiO6S2
Molecular Weight	372.81 g/mol
Synonyms	Nickel(II) Triflate; Nickel Bis(trifluoromethanesulfonate); Nickel Trifluoromethanesulfonate; Nickel(2+) Trifluoromethanesulfonate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Nickel(II) Salt; Nickel Ditriflate; Ni(OTf)2; Nickel Triflate
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Quality Control

Our Nickel(II) Trifluoromethanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can compromise product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green to blue-green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ni 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.