Description

Diphenyl(Ethyl)Sulphonium Tetrafluoroborate, 97 is a high-purity, specialty organosulfur salt primarily used as a photoacid generator (PAG). This compound matters for its critical role in initiating cationic polymerization reactions upon exposure to UV light, enabling precise control in advanced manufacturing processes. It is needed by industries such as electronics for photoresist formulations, advanced materials for coatings and adhesives, and academic research for synthetic chemistry applications.

Application

• Photoacid Generator (PAG) in Electronics: A key component in chemically amplified photoresists for semiconductor and microelectronics fabrication.
• UV-Curable Coatings & Inks: Initiates rapid curing in high-performance protective coatings, printing inks, and adhesives.
• Cationic Polymerization Catalyst: Facilitates the polymerization of epoxides, vinyl ethers, and other monomers in material science.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Used as an electrophilic alkylating or arylating agent in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediate production.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in R&D for developing novel polymers and functional materials with specific properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diphenyl(Ethyl)Sulphonium Tetrafluoroborate, 97
CAS No.	893-69-6
Molecular Formula	C14H15BF4S
Molecular Weight	302.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl(diphenyl)sulfonium Tetrafluoroborate; Diphenyl(ethyl)sulfonium Tetrakis(fluoranyl)boranuide; S-Ethyldiphenylsulfonium Tetrafluoroborate; Photoacid Generator PAG; (Ethyl)diphenylsulfonium BF4-; Sulfonium Salt PAG; Diphenylethylsulfonium Tetrafluoroborate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Diphenyl(Ethyl)Sulphonium Tetrafluoroborate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the declared 97% minimum purity and consistent performance specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and quality assurance for your critical processes.

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); keep the container tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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