Description
Potassium Trifluoro(trifluoromethyl)borate (CAS No. 42298-15-7) is a highly specialized organoboron compound with the molecular formula CBF6K and IUPAC name potassium;trifluoro(trifluoromethyl)boranuide. This reagent is widely utilized in organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions, due to its stability and reactivity as a trifluoroborate salt. It serves as a versatile building block for the introduction of the trifluoromethyl group into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of fluorinated pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. The compound is supplied as a high-purity crystalline solid, ensuring consistent performance in demanding applications. Proper storage under inert conditions is recommended to maintain its stability and shelf life.
Properties
- CAS Number: 42298-15-7
- Complexity: 80
- IUPAC Name: potassium;trifluoro(trifluoromethyl)boranuide
- InChI: InChI=1S/CBF6.K/c3-1(4,5)2(6,7)8;/q-1;+1
- InChI Key: UOGBGCVSVMQVBR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 175.9634306
- Molecular Formula: CBF6K
- Molecular Weight: 175.91
- SMILES: [B-](C(F)(F)F)(F)(F)F.[K+]
- Monoisotopic Mass: 175.9634306
- Synonyms: Potassium Trifluoro(trifluoromethyl)borate, 678-452-9, 42298-15-7, potassium (trifluoromethyl)trifluoroborate, potassium trifluoro(trifluoromethyl)boranuide, potassium;trifluoro(trifluoromethyl)boranuide, MFCD09038544, SCHEMBL2146614, DTXSID90635481, AKOS017345169, PotassiumTrifluoro(trifluoromethyl)borate, SY075602, P1692, EN300-208194, Potassium trifluoro(trifluoromethyl)borate(1-), T72458
Application
Potassium Trifluoro(trifluoromethyl)borate is extensively used in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions to incorporate trifluoromethyl groups into aromatic and heteroaromatic systems. It is valuable in the synthesis of fluorinated bioactive compounds, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, due to its enhanced stability compared to other trifluoromethylation reagents. Researchers also employ it in the development of advanced materials, such as liquid crystals and polymers, where fluorine substitution imparts unique properties.
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 (50%): 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. 2A (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (50%)
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