Potassium (Iodomethyl)trifluoroborate, CAS No. 888711-47-5

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888711-47-5

Catalog No. EBD2321269

CAS 888711-47-5

Name Potassium (Iodomethyl)trifluoroborate

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Basic Information

Synonyms: Potassium (Iodomethyl)trifluoroborate potassiumtrifluoro(iodomethyl)borate trifluoro(iodomethyl)borate(1-)potassium potassium(iodomethyl)trifluoroborate,tech.90% potassiumtrifluoro(iodomethyl)borate(1-) postassiumiodomethyltrifluoroborate Borate(1-),trifluoro(iodomethyl)-,potassium,(T-4)-(9CI) Potassium(Iodomethyl)trifluoroborate Borate(1-),trifluoro(iodomethyl)-,potassium(1:1)

Molecular Weight: 247.84

MDL Number: MFCD11112187

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Halogenated Compounds Synthetic Chemistry > Organometallic Reagents > Other Organometallic Reagents

Product Description:

(Iodomethyl)trifluoroborate potassium salt is an organotrifluoroborate reagent. It features a reactive iodomethyl group attached to a trifluoroborate (BF3K) moiety. This compound is a stable, crystalline solid that serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its primary application is in transition-metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, particularly Suzuki-Miyaura couplings. The iodomethyl group can act as an electrophilic coupling partner, while the trifluoroborate group provides stability and handles for further functionalization. It is also used in radical reactions and as a precursor for introducing the -CH2I or -CH2- unit into more complex molecules under mild conditions. This reagent is valued for its stability to air and moisture compared to traditional organometallic species like Grignard or organolithium reagents.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 245-258 °C (dec.)

Safety Information

Packing Level: 3

Hazard Category: 4.3/PG

Transport Codes: 2813