CAS 133395-16-1: MAGNESIUM TRIFLUOROMETHANESULFONIMIDE

Magnesium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide is a strong Lewis acid and used as a catalyst in organic synthesis. It is an electrolyte, which shows high anodic stability used in rechargeable magnesium batteries. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Magnesium Bis(Trifluoromethane Sulfone)Imide

Magnesium trifluoromethanesulfonamide is a magnesium salt that has been shown to react with nucleophiles. It is prepared by the reaction of magnesium metal with chloroform, followed by the addition of trifluoromethanesulfonic acid. This compound can be used as a nucleophile in organic synthesis, such as acetylation reactions and the preparation of amines. The chloride anion in this compound has a low affinity for water and can be used in solvents such as acetone or chloroform. Magnesium trifluoromethanesulfonamide can also be used as a reagent to prepare β-amino acids from carboxylic acids.

Magnesium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide, min. 97%