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Trimethylsilyl trifluoromethanesulfonate is a strong Lewis acid that functions as a highly effective catalyst in various chemical reactions. It acts as a source of the trifluoromethanesulfonate anion, which can be used to activate substrates for nucleophilic attack. This activation facilitates the formation of carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds in organic synthesis. The mode of action involves the activation of electrophiles through coordination with the trifluoromethanesulfonate anion, leading to increased reactivity and selectivity in the desired chemical transformations. It serve as a promoter for the activation of silicon-containing compounds, enabling the generation of reactive intermediates for further applications. In this way, trimethylsilyl trifluoromethanesulfonate plays a role in facilitating the efficient and selective formation of complex organic molecules in research and development.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Trimethylsilyl trifluoromethanesulfonate, 25 g | sc-255700 | 25 g | $47.00 | |||
Trimethylsilyl trifluoromethanesulfonate, 50 g | sc-255700A | 50 g | $164.00 |