Methyl 2,2-difluoro-2-(fluorosulfonyl)acetate is a useful reagent for the trifluoromethylation of alkyl halides. It is also broadly applicable reagent for perfluoroalkylations for aryl iodides and bromides.
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ApplicationsMethyl 2,2-difluoro-2-(fluorosulfonyl)acetate is a useful reagent for the trifluoromethylation of alkyl halides. It is also broadly applicable reagent for perfluoroalkylations for aryl iodides and bromides.
NotesStable under recommended storage conditions. Incompatible with oxidizing agents and bases.