Synonyms: MSTFA; N-methyl-N-trimethylsilyltrifluoroacetamide; N-Trimethylsilyl-N-methyl trifluoroacetamide; MSTFA
Formula: CF3CON(CH3)Si(CH3)3
Formula Weight: 199.25
CAS No.: 24589-78-4
Density: 1.075 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Application: Silylating agent used to form volatile derivatives for GC-MS analysis.1
Improved silylation procedure for simultaneous detection of steroid hormones 17-α-ethynylestradiol and estrone.2
Other Notes: Reagent for trimethylsilyl.
Packaging: 10 x 1, 5, 25 mL in ampule
BP: 130-132°C(lit.)
Density: 1.075 g/mL at 25°C(lit.)
Derivatization Reagent For: Silylations
Grade: synthesis grade
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.38(lit.)
Vapor Density: >1 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure: 8.8 mmHg ( 27°C)