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Gelest SIT8595.0

Gelest TRIMETHYLSILYLMETHYLTRIFLUOROMETHANESULFONATE, 92% (SIT8595.0) used as a ylide precursor in the generation of azomethine ylides. It functions as an intermediate and is commonly used in chemical production.

Chemical Name: Trimethylsilylmethyltrifluoromethanesulfonate

CAS Number: 64035-64-9

Chemical Family: Silanes

Functions: Intermediate

Safety Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Base Chemicals Functions
Molecular formula
C₅H₁₁F₃O₃SSi
Chemical Structure

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applicable Processes
Applications
  • Generation of azomethine ylides.
  • Review on ylides from silylonium salts.
  • Ylide precursor.
  • Used to prepare imino[60]fullerenes.

Properties

Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point (at 9 mmHg)49 - 51°C-
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight236.29g/mol-
Density1.182g/ml-
Purity92.0%-
Flash Point48.0°C-
Refractive Index (at 20°C)1.376--
Hydrolytic Sensitivity7 (Reacts slowly with moisture/water)--

Safety & Health

Precautions for Safe Handling

Avoid all eye and skin contact and do not breathe vapor and mist. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Provide good ventilation in process area to prevent accumulation of vapors. Use only non-sparking tools.

Packaging & Availability

Standard Packaging
  • 5 g
  • 18 kg

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Store in a well-ventilated place. Store away from heat. Keep container tightly closed.