Product Description:
N,O-Bis(trimethylsilyl)trifluoroacetamide is a silylating agent used in analytical chemistry to protect functional groups during analytical procedures.
Applications & Uses:
CAS#:
25561-30-2
SYNONYM:
BSTFA;N,O-Bis(trimethylsilyl)trifluoroacetamide;Bis(trimethylsilyl)trifluoroacetamide
FORMULA:
C8H18F3NO2Si2
PRODUCT TYPE:
HAZARD:
Flammable
CATEGORIES:
Organic Intermediate
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Specialty Chemicals
Technical Specifications
Appearance :
colorless liquid
Boiling Point, °C :
76-78
Density, g/cm3 :
0.84
Flash Point, °C :
12
Molecular weight, g/mol :
257.39
Odor :
sweet
Purity, % :
≥99.0
Refractive index, n20/D :
1.390
N,O-Bis(trimethylsilyl)trifluoroacetamide, also known as BSTFA, is a high-purity silylation reagent renowned for its role in the derivatization of compounds containing active hydrogen atoms, such as hydroxyl, carboxyl, thiol, and amino groups. This versatile chemical is widely utilized in analytical chemistry, particularly in gas chromatography and mass spectrometry, to improve the volatility and thermal stability of polar analytes, thus enhancing detection and separation efficiency. With its ability to rapidly react at ambient temperatures, BSTFA ensures efficient and complete silylation, rendering it ideal for the analysis of complex biological samples, pharmaceuticals, steroids, and environmental pollutants. Its formulation as a stable, liquid silane guarantees ease of use and compatibility with a diverse range of substrates, making it an indispensable tool in both research and industrial laboratory settings.