Potassium methyltrifluoroborate
Potassium methyltrifluoroborate (CAS: 13862-28-7; Formula: CH3BF3K) is an organoboron compound with a molecular weight of 121.94 g/mol. This white solid is primarily utilised as a versatile reactant in organic synthesis. It serves as a key reagent in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, including the preparation of modified purines and Suzuki-Miyaura couplings with aryl chlorides, facilitating the construction of complex organic molecules.
Palladium-Catalyzed Cross-Coupling
Potassium methyltrifluoroborate is employed as a reactant in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions. It is specifically noted for its use in the preparation of modified purines when reacted with halopurines.
Suzuki-Miyaura Reactions
This compound is effective in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions. It can be used to couple with aryl chlorides, enabling the formation of new carbon-carbon bonds in the synthesis of diverse organic structures.
Organoboron Reagent
As a member of the alkyl trifluoroborate salts family, it functions as a useful organoboron reagent in various synthetic transformations requiring a methyl group transfer.
| Molecular weight | 121.94 |
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| Empirical formula | CH3BF3K |
| Impurities tested | ≤2 mol water |
| Application | Reactant for:• Preparation of modified purines via palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions with halopurines1• Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions with aryl chlorides2 |
| Melting point | 168-183 °C |
| Protective equipment | Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter |
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| Water hazard class (WGK, DE) | 3 |
Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.
Documentation
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Supply & logistics
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What is Potassium methyltrifluoroborate used for?
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Potassium methyltrifluoroborate is used as a reactant in organic synthesis, notably for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions with halopurines and in Suzuki-Miyaura coupling reactions with aryl chlorides.
What are the CAS number and formula for Potassium methyltrifluoroborate?
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The CAS number is 13862-28-7 and the molecular formula is CH3BF3K.
What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?
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Tech Serve Solutions supplies Potassium methyltrifluoroborate with a nominal purity, containing ≤2 mol water as an impurity. It is not supplied as USP, BP, or EP grade.
How should Potassium methyltrifluoroborate be handled?
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Handling requires appropriate personal protective equipment, including eyeshields and gloves. A type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN143) respirator filter is recommended. It has a WGK rating of 3, indicating significant hazard in water.
Is Potassium methyltrifluoroborate a controlled substance?
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The provided data does not indicate that Potassium methyltrifluoroborate (CAS: 13862-28-7) is a controlled substance.
How is Potassium methyltrifluoroborate shipped or exported?
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Tech Serve Solutions, as a global supplier and exporter, ships and exports fine chemicals like Potassium methyltrifluoroborate according to international regulations for chemical transport.
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