Description

Potassium Methoxy-Methyltrifluoroborate is an organotrifluoroborate salt, a highly valuable and versatile reagent in modern synthetic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its exceptional stability and reactivity, serving as a robust coupling partner in cross-coupling reactions, notably the Suzuki-Miyaura reaction. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries who require reliable, air- and moisture-stable precursors for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key building block for creating complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) via palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific aryl-alkyl linkages.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as polymers and small molecules for OLEDs and semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology & Probe Synthesis: Facilitates the labeling and modification of biomolecules for diagnostic and research applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Enables the scalable, efficient production of specialty chemicals and complex organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Methoxy-Methyltrifluoroborate
CAS No.	910251-11-5
Molecular Formula	C2H5BF3KO
Molecular Weight	151.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium (Methoxymethyl)trifluoroborate; Methoxymethyltrifluoroboronic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium Methoxymethyl-Trifluoroboronate; KOMe-CH2-BF3K; (Methoxymethyl)trifluoroborate Potassium Salt; Potassium Trifluoro(methoxymethyl)borate; Potassium α-Methoxyalkyltrifluoroborate
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Methoxy-Methyltrifluoroborate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR (1H, 11B, 13C), HPLC, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients in regulated industries.

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 (argon or nitrogen) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
11B NMR Purity	≥ 97%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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