Molekula
Potassium trifluoroacetate
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Potassium trifluoroacetate (CAS 2923-16-2) is an organic potassium salt derived from trifluoroacetic acid, primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, fluorination reactions, and as a catalyst in polymer chemistry. It appears as a white crystalline solid with the molecular formula CF3COOK and a molecular weight of 152.11 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions. The substance carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety classification. Molekula supplies Potassium trifluoroacetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £82.30 per pack ex VAT · £98.76 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90033352 |
| CAS Number | 2923-16-2 |
| IUPAC Name | potassium 2,2,2-trifluoroacetate |
| EC Number | 220-877-5 |
| Molecular Formula | CF3COOK |
| Molecular Weight | 152.11 |
| Exact Mass | 151.9487 |
| SMILES | C(=O)(C(F)(F)F)[O-].[K+] |
| InChIKey | CUNPJFGIODEJLQ-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2HF3O2.K/c3-2(4,5)1(6)7;/h(H,6,7);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 23662811 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29159050 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907098 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2,2,2-trifluoroacetic acid, potassium salt
- Acetic acid, 2,2,2-trifluoro-, potassium salt (1:1)
- Acetic acid, trifluoro-, potassium salt
- potassium 2,2,2-trifluoroacetate
- Trifluoroacetic acid potassium salt
Frequently asked questions
What is potassium trifluoroacetate commonly used for?
Potassium trifluoroacetate is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in trifluoromethylation reactions, and as a fluorinating agent in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of potassium trifluoroacetate?
The chemical formula is **CF₃COOK**, and the molecular weight is **152.11 g/mol**.
How should potassium trifluoroacetate be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What purity grades are available for potassium trifluoroacetate?
We supply potassium trifluoroacetate in **technical and reagent grades**, with purity typically ≥98%.
Can Molekula supply potassium trifluoroacetate in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (e.g., 5 kg, 25 kg, and larger quantities) for industrial and research applications—please inquire for availability.
What documentation is provided with an order of potassium trifluoroacetate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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