Synonyms: Bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide; Triflimide
Abbreviation: HTFSI
Molecular Formula: C₂HF₆NO₄S₂
Molecular Weight: 280.14 g/mol
Conjugate Base: TFSI⁻ (bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide)
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline solid
Acidity: Superacid (very strong Brønsted acid)
Solubility: Soluble in water and many polar organic solvents
Thermal Stability: High
Volatility: Low
Precursor for LiTFSI and other metal TFSI salts
Strong acid catalyst in organic synthesis
Ionic liquid synthesis
Electrochemistry and battery materials research
Fluorinated specialty chemical intermediate