Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to Trifluoromethyl trifluoromethanesulfonate (CAS: 3582-05-6) in synthesis?
Answer
While Trifluoromethyl trifluoromethanesulfonate (CAS: 3582-05-6) is a powerful reagent, alternatives like trifluoromethyl trifluoromethanesulfonate esters or other strong Lewis acids can be used in its place. Other substitutes include highly fluorinated compounds such as trifluoromethyl trifluoromethanesulfonylimides, which offer similar reactivity with fewer handling and disposal challenges.
About
CAS No
3582-05-6
English Name
Trifluoromethyl trifluoromethanesulfonate
Molecular Formula
C2F6O3S
Molecular Weight
218.07 g/mol
SMILES
C(OS(=O)(=O)C(F)(F)F)(F)(F)F
InChIKey
GVZFDPPAJXHNGL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-23 12:19
