Synonyms: Sodium triflinate; Sodium trifluoromethylsulfinate
Molecular Formula: C₁F₃NaO₂S
Molecular Weight: ~156.03 g/mol
Structure: CF₃SO₂Na
Functional Group: Sulfinate (–SO₂⁻)
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Solubility: Soluble in water; soluble in polar solvents
Stability: Stable under dry conditions
Hygroscopicity: Slightly hygroscopic
Trifluoromethylation reagent in organic synthesis
Source of CF₃ radicals or CF₃ anions
Used in pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediates
Fluorinated building block for specialty chemicals
Academic and industrial fluorine chemistry research
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place
Keep container tightly closed
Protect from moisture and strong oxidizing agents