Description

Potassium Trifluoromethanesulfonate (CAS No. 2926-27-4) is a high-purity inorganic salt with the molecular formula CF₃KO₃S. This compound, also known as potassium triflate, is widely recognized for its exceptional stability, solubility in polar solvents, and utility as a non-nucleophilic counterion in organic synthesis and electrochemical applications. With a purity of 99% (or higher, depending on grade), it serves as a versatile reagent in catalysis, polymer chemistry, and lithium-ion battery research. Its trifluoromethanesulfonate (triflate) anion exhibits strong electron-withdrawing properties, making it ideal for stabilizing reactive intermediates and facilitating efficient chemical transformations. Available in trace metals grade (99.9%) for sensitive applications, this product is rigorously tested to ensure consistency and performance in demanding laboratory and industrial environments.

Properties

• CAS Number: 2926-27-4
• Complexity: 162
• IUPAC Name: potassium;trifluoromethanesulfonate
• InChI: InChI=1S/CHF3O3S.K/c2-1(3,4)8(5,6)7;/h(H,5,6,7);/q;+1/p-1
• InChI Key: GLGXXYFYZWQGEL-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• Exact Mass: 187.91573100
• Molecular Formula: CF3KO3S
• Molecular Weight: 188.17
• SMILES: C(F)(F)(F)S(=O)(=O)[O-].[K+]
• Topological: 65.6
• Monoisotopic Mass: 187.91573100
• Synonyms: Potassium trifluoromethanesulfonate, 2926-27-4, DTXSID50635402, DTXCID60586153, 608-334-4, Potassium triflate, potassium;trifluoromethanesulfonate, Methanesulfonic acid, 1,1,1-trifluoro-, potassium salt (1:1), Trifluoromethanesulfonic acid potassium salt, Potassium trifluoromethanesulfonate, 99%, CF3KO3S, potassium,trifluoromethanesulfonate, potassium trifluoromethanesulphonate, Methanesulfonic acid, trifluoro-, potassium salt, MFCD00042370, CF3SO3K, SCHEMBL412999, CS-B0872, SBB090724, AKOS003620504, AKOS005063790, FP60917, GS-6789, potassium trifluoromethanesulfonate salt, SB66328, Potassium trifluoromethanesulfonate, 98%, DB-343998, T1549, trifluoromethanesulfonic acid, potassium salt, H10764, EN300-6745811, Potassium Triflate;Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid Potassium Salt, Potassium trifluoromethanesulfonate, Trace metals grade, 99.9%

Potassium Trifluoromethanesulfonate is commonly employed as a catalyst or electrolyte additive in organic synthesis and energy storage systems. Its triflate anion enhances reaction rates in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and polymerization processes. In lithium-ion batteries, it improves electrolyte conductivity and electrode stability. The compound is also utilized in electrochemical studies due to its non-coordinating nature and compatibility with sensitive substrates.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (97.9%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
• STOT SE 3 (97.9%)

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