Description

Trifluoromethanesulfonate CAS NO 849767-99-3 is a high-purity chemical salt, specifically the trifluoromethanesulfonate anion paired with a suitable cation, valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and catalyst in advanced synthesis. Its significance lies in its strong electron-withdrawing nature and stability, which are critical for facilitating challenging chemical transformations and improving reaction yields. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks for innovative products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor or catalyst in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing the triflate group.
• Catalysis & Ligand Synthesis: Used in organometallic chemistry and cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) as a precursor for generating highly active catalysts.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides that require fluorinated components for enhanced efficacy.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as an initiator or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers, including fluoropolymers and high-performance resins.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in advanced battery systems, such as lithium-ion batteries, to improve electrolyte stability and performance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as a robust leaving group or for preparing other trifluoromethanesulfonyl derivatives in complex multi-step syntheses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	849767-99-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Triflate Salt; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Salt; Trifluoromethanesulphonate; CF3SO3- Salt; Trifluoromethylsulfonate; Perfluoromethanesulfonate; Triflic Acid Salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Trifluoromethanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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