Boron Trifluoride Diethyl Etherate Complex

Basic Information of Boron Trifluoride Diethyl Etherate

Boron Trifluoride Diethyl Etherate Complex (CAS No. 109-63-7) is characterized by its precise composition and robust properties:

CAS No.:	109-63-7
EC No.:	203-689-8
Linear Formula:	C₄H₁₀BF₃O
Molecular Weight:	141.93
Appearance:	Colorless to light yellow transparent liquid
Boiling point:	126-129 °C(lit.)
Density:	1.15 g/mL(lit.)
Solubility	Miscible with ether and alcohol
Flash Point:	118 °F
Nature:	Strong Lewis acid, forming a stable complex with diethyl ether, but remains sensitive to moisture.
RIDADR:	UN 2604 8/PG 1
Chemical Structure:

Its consistent quality and well-defined reactivity ensure reliable performance in the most demanding chemical processes.

Primary Functions and Applications of Boron Trifluoride Diethyl Etherate Complex

1. Core Catalyst in Organic Synthesis:

   Boron Trifluoride Diethyl Etherate Complex stands as one of the most important and widely utilized Lewis acid catalysts in organic synthesis. It is extensively employed across the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries. Its high activity and selectivity ensure exceptional performance in a diverse range of chemical transformations, including:

   Its catalytic prowess is crucial for enhancing reaction efficiency, controlling selectivity, and enabling the synthesis of complex molecular structures.

• Esterification and Etherification reactions

• Alkylation and Acylation (e.g., Friedel-Crafts reactions)

• Addition Reactions (e.g., Aldol reactions, Diels-Alder reactions)

• Rearrangement Reactions

2. Catalyst for Synthetic Rubber and Resin Production:

   This complex also plays a significant role in the polymer industry, serving as a powerful catalyst for the production of various synthetic rubbers and resins:

• It is a highly effective catalyst for the production of Polyformaldehyde (POM), facilitating the cationic polymerization of formaldehyde or its cyclic trimer.

• Under specific conditions, it can be employed in the production of certain synthetic rubbers like Butadiene Rubber via cationic polymerization routes.

• It is broadly applied in the synthesis of various resins and paints, promoting polymerization and cross-linking reactions to achieve desired polymer structures and properties.

3. Basic Raw Material for Borane (Boron-Hydrogen Compound) Production:

   Boron Trifluoride Diethyl Etherate Complex is a fundamental starting material for the efficient production of borane compounds (boron-hydrogen compounds). Boranes are a class of high-energy-density compounds that have been, and continue to be, investigated for their use in high-energy fuels (like rocket propellants) and as important chemical reducing agents. This complex efficiently generates various boranes through controlled reactions with hydride sources.

• Guaranteed Purity & Consistent Performance: Our BF₃·OEt₂ undergoes stringent quality control to ensure high purity and reliable catalytic activity, crucial for sensitive organic synthesis and advanced material applications.

• Commitment to Quality & Safety: We adhere to the highest industry standards for quality management, safety, and environmental responsibility across all our manufacturing and distribution processes.

Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Corrosive (GHS05), Acute Toxicity (GHS06), Health Hazard (GHS08)

• Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; causes severe skin burns and eye damage; toxic if inhaled; may cause respiratory irritation; suspected of causing genetic defects.

• UN Number: UN 2604

• Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive Substances), 3 (Flammable Liquids)

• Packing Group: I