Description

Iron(III) Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a highly versatile and powerful Lewis acid catalyst, prized for its exceptional stability and reactivity in demanding chemical environments. Its primary value lies in enabling efficient and selective organic transformations, particularly in reactions where moisture sensitivity is a concern. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking robust catalytic solutions.

Application

• Lewis Acid Catalysis: A key catalyst for Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation, Diels-Alder, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its high selectivity.
• Polymerization Initiator: Employed in the cationic polymerization of olefins and other monomers to produce specialty polymers and resins.
• Esterification and Transesterification: Effective catalyst for the synthesis of esters, including biodiesel production and flavor/fragrance compounds.
• Acetal and Ketal Formation: Facilitates the protection of carbonyl groups in multi-step organic syntheses.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Green Chemistry Applications: Valued as a reusable and often recoverable catalyst in solvent-free or low-solvent reaction systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron(III) Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	63295-48-7
Molecular Formula	C3F9FeO9S3
Molecular Weight	503.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferric Triflate; Iron Triflate; Iron(III) Triflate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Iron(III) Salt; Iron Tris(trifluoromethanesulfonate); Fe(OTf)3; Ferric Tris(trifluoromethanesulfonate)
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and batch-to-batch consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every batch, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Fe Content)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., DCM, THF, Acetonitrile)

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