Boron Trifluoride Etherate

CAS Number: 109-63-7

Molecular Formula: C4H10BF3O

Purity: ≥ 47.0% to 48.5% BF3 content

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About Boron Trifluoride Etherate

Boron Trifluoride Diethyl Etherate-frequently referred as BF3 Etherate, potent & versatile Lewis acid catalyst. In the Elemental Derivatives, Industrial Chemicals, and Pharmaceutical hierarchies, BF3 ethyl ether is flagship reagent used to initiate complex organic transformations, including alkylation, polymerisation, ...

Synonyms

AC1LAPMZ
Boron fluoride etherate
ethoxyethane; trifluoroborane
borontrifluoride etherate
Boron trifluoride diethyl etherate

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Boron Trifluoride Etherate Specifications

CAS Number

109-63-7

Molecular Formula

C4H10BF3O

Molecular Weight

141.93

IUPAC Name

ethoxyethane;trifluoroborane

Canonical SMILES

B(F)(F)F.CCOCC

InChI Key

KZMGYPLQYOPHEL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChI

1S/C4H10O.BF3/c1-3-5-4-2;2-1(3)4/h3-4H2,1-2H3;

EINECS Number

203-689-8

HSN No

281290

CAS Number

109-63-7

Molecular Formula

C4H10BF3O

Molecular Weight

141.93

IUPAC Name

ethoxyethane;trifluoroborane

Canonical SMILES

B(F)(F)F.CCOCC

InChI Key

KZMGYPLQYOPHEL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChI

1S/C4H10O.BF3/c1-3-5-4-2;2-1(3)4/h3-4H2,1-2H3;

EINECS Number

203-689-8

HSN No

281290

Molecular Weight

141.93

Melting Point

-60.4°C

Boiling Point

125.7°C

Density

1.3572 g/cm³ Temp: 20°C

Purity Standard Grade

≥ 47.0% to 48.5% BF3 content

Purity Electronic/Pharma Grade

Min 49% BF3 Content

Handling

Highly Corrosive & Flammable. Use specialized PPE including acid-resistant suits, gloves, and full-face respirators. Avoid contact with glass (which it etches) and water

Lewis Acid Catalyst

Premier choice for Friedel-Crafts reactions, including the alkylation of aromatics and the isomerization of alkenes. Indispensable in the synthesis of Vitamins (A and E) and fragrance chemicals where sensitive temperature and moisture control are required

Lubricants & Specialty Additives

Processing of polyalphaolefins (PAO) for high-grade synthetic lubricants. Reaction promoter ensures efficient conversion and specific molecular weight distribution in specialised petroleum-derived additives Processing of polyalphaolefins (PAO) for high-grade synthetic lubricants. Role as a reaction promoter ensures efficient conversion and specific molecular weight distribution in specialized petroleum-derived additives.

Detail 1

Highly moisture-sensitive and corrosive

Detail 2

Fumes in contact with moist air, releasing hydrogen fluoride (HF) and boron-containing acids

Detail 3

Store in a cool, dry, dark area in tightly sealed, corrosion-resistant containers (e.g., steel drums with specialized liners)

Detail 4

Keep under an Inert Nitrogen Blanket

Detail 5

Recommended storage is 2°C to 8°C for long-term stability

Detail 6

Classified as Hazardous (Class 8, 3). Regulated for international sea and air freight under UN 2604.Shipping: Classified as Hazardous (Class 8, 3). Regulated for international sea and air freight under UN 2604.Shipping: Classified as Hazardous (Class 8, 3). Regulated for international sea and air freight under UN 2604.

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