7578-36-1

Basic information

• Product Name: Boron trifluoride-acetic acid complex
• Synonyms: brontrifluoride acetic acid complex;Boron trifluoride compound with acetic acid;Boron trifluoride acetate
• CAS NO: 7578-36-1
• Molecular Formula: C2H4BF3O2
• Molecular Weight: 127.8581696
• EINECS: 231-477-5
• Mol File: 7578-36-1.mol

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 27.5 °C
• Boiling Point: 117.1°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 40°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: g/cm³
• CAS DataBase Reference: Boron trifluoride-acetic acid complex(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Boron trifluoride-acetic acid complex(7578-36-1)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Boron trifluoride-acetic acid complex(7578-36-1)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 7578-36-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Uses

Used in Chemical Synthesis:
Boron trifluoride-acetic acid complex is used as a catalyst in various chemical reactions for its ability to facilitate the formation of desired products and improve reaction efficiency.
Used in Petroleum Industry:
In the petroleum industry, boron trifluoride-acetic acid complex is used as a catalyst for alkylation processes to produce high-octane gasoline components, enhancing the quality and performance of fuels.
Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
Boron trifluoride-acetic acid complex is employed as a reagent in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, contributing to the development of new drugs and improving the synthesis process.
Used in Material Science:
In material science, boron trifluoride-acetic acid complex is utilized for the synthesis of advanced materials, such as polymers and composites, due to its ability to promote specific chemical reactions and improve material properties.

Air & Water Reactions

In moist air forms dense white fumes pungent, corrosive to skin, avoid inhalation [Merck 11th ed. 1989]. Reacts in water.

Reactivity Profile

A very corrosive, moisture-sensitive liquid, when heated to decomposition Boron trifluoride-acetic acid complex emits toxic fumes of fluoride and oxides of boron [Lewis, 3rd ed., 1993, p. 189].

Health Hazard

TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors, dusts or substance may cause severe injury, burns or death. Reaction with water or moist air will release toxic, corrosive or flammable gases. Reaction with water may generate much heat that will increase the concentration of fumes in the air. Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may be corrosive and/or toxic and cause pollution.

Fire Hazard

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes. Vapors may accumulate in confined areas (basement, tanks, hopper/tank cars etc.). Substance will react with water (some violently), releasing corrosive and/or toxic gases and runoff. Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Containers may explode when heated or if contaminated with water.

InChI:InChI=1/C2H4O2.BF3/c1-2(3)4;2-1(3)4/h1H3,(H,3,4);