Silver Trifluoromethanesulfonate

RT

256, 94

White to grey powder

Silver Trifluoromethanesulfonate is used to generate cationic rhodium catalysts from chlororhodium complexes for the hydrophosphination of acetylenes. It is also employed as a catalyst for the preparation of silyl ethers by hydrosilylation of aldehydes.

Synonyms:
Silver triflate; Trifluoromethanesulfonic acid silver salt

CAS No:
2923-28-6

Molecular Formula:
CHF3O3S

Molecular Weight:
256.94

Appearance:
White to grey powder

Purity:
≥98%

Identity (IR):
Conforms to structure

Melting Point:
286°C (lit.)

Solubility:
Methanol (Slightly), Water (Slightly)

Storage and Stability:
Store at 4°C. Stable. Light sensitive. Incompatible with strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a weakly coordinating anion. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.