Lanthanum trifluoromethanesulfonate is used in the Aldol reaction of silyl enol ethers with aldehydes. It is an effective catalyst for the Baylis-Hillman reaction. It also catalyzes Michael additions to methyl vinyl ketone in water.
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ApplicationsLanthanum trifluoromethanesulfonate is used in the Aldol reaction of silyl enol ethers with aldehydes. It is an effective catalyst for the Baylis-Hillman reaction. It also catalyzes Michael additions to methyl vinyl ketone in water.
SolubilitySoluble in water.
NotesKeep the container tightly sealed. Store in a cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Incompatible with bases. It is hygroscopic in nature. Store under dry inert gas.