Sigma-Aldrich Boron trifluoride-methanol solution, 14% in methanol

Sigma-Aldrich Boron Trifluoride-Methanol Solution (14% in Methanol) is a high-quality esterification reagent that is widely used in organic chemistry, particularly for fatty acid esterification and deacetylation processes. It is commonly utilized as a powerful acidic catalyst in reactions such as transesterification of vegetable oils to form biodiesel and in the deacetylation of acetanilides.

This 14% Boron trifluoride in methanol solution is stable and effective for various chemical syntheses, particularly in the production of fatty acid methyl esters and cyanine dyes with amino groups.

Key Features & Benefits:

1. Efficient Esterification Catalyst:
   • Boron trifluoride-methanol is an effective catalyst for the esterification of fatty acids, making it essential in biodiesel production and other esterification reactions in organic synthesis.
2. Deactylation of Acetanilides:
   • It is used in the deactylation process of acetanilides, breaking down acetylated dyes and freeing up amino groups for further chemical reactions.
3. Fatty Acid Methyl Ester Production:
   • Widely used to prepare fatty acid methyl esters, a key step in producing biodiesel from vegetable oils and animal fats.
4. Enhanced Reactivity:
   • The solution has a concentration of 14% in methanol, providing the ideal catalytic efficiency for high-yield reactions in transesterification and esterification.
5. Reagent Type Catalyst:
   • Boron trifluoride (BF₃) is a well-known acidic catalyst in many organic reactions, improving the speed and selectivity of the process.
6. Ease of Use:
   • Available in convenient packaging sizes (100 mL, 5 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL, and 1 L) for a wide range of laboratory and industrial applications.
7. Storage and Stability:
   • Store at 2-8°C to maintain the integrity of the solution for long-term use.

Applications:

• Biodiesel Production: Transesterification of vegetable oils to form biodiesel, a key application in the renewable energy industry.
• Organic Synthesis: Used in the synthesis of fatty acid methyl esters for use in various chemical and industrial applications.
• Dye Synthesis: Catalyzing the preparation of amino group-containing cyanine dyes for use in biological staining and dye production.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used in chemical reactions and synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, especially in acetylation and deacetylation processes.

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Sigma-Aldrich Boron Trifluoride-Methanol Solution is a highly effective and reliable catalyst for esterification and transesterification reactions, commonly used in the production of biodiesel, fatty acid methyl esters, and amino group-containing cyanine dyes. With its high purity and excellent catalytic properties, this product is an essential reagent for organic chemistry, pharmaceutical synthesis, and environmental applications.