Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to Yttrium tris(trifluoromethanesulfonate) (CAS: 52093-30-8) in synthesis?
Answer
While Yttrium tris(trifluoromethanesulfonate) is a well-established reagent, alternatives include other triflate salts such as yttrium triflate or yttrium hexafluorosilicate. These can be used in similar reactions due to their Lewis acidity. Additionally, other strong Lewis acids like aluminum trichloride or boron trifluoride can serve as alternatives in certain synthetic contexts.
About
CAS No
52093-30-8
English Name
Yttrium tris(trifluoromethanesulfonate)
Molecular Formula
C3F9O9S3Y
Molecular Weight
536.11 g/mol
SMILES
O=S(C(F)(F)F)([O-])=O.O=S(C(F)(F)F)([O-])=O.O=S(C(F)(F)F)([O-])=O.[Y+3]
InChIKey
JPJIEXKLJOWQQK-UHFFFAOYSA-K
Last Updated: 2025-10-08 20:02
