N,O-Bis(trimethylsilyl)trifluoroacetamide
Agent Name
N,O-Bis(trimethylsilyl)trifluoroacetamide
Alternative Name
BSTFA
CAS Number
25561-30-2
Formula
C8-H18-F3-N-O-Si2
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
BSTFA, Derivatization Grade; Trimethylsilyl 2,2,2-trifluoro-N-(trimethylsilyl)acetimidate; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] UN2924
Category
Metalloid Compounds (Silicon)
Description
Colorless liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
"N,O-Bis(trimethylsilyl)trifluoroacetamide (BSTFA) is a chemical compound which is used to derivitise labile groups such as hydroxyl on other chemicals, with the more stable trimethylsilyl group, which protects the labile group and allows the compound to be used for analytical purposes or as a chemical reagent for synthesis of more complex molecules." [Wikipedia]
Comments
Readily hydrolyzes; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, corrosive, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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