BSTFA (GC Diagnostic Reagent silylation) GC101   Bis(trimethylsilyltrifluoroacetamide), 99+% [ 247-103-9 ]   f.w.: 257.4 daltons

BSTFA is a Silylation Reagent for GC Derivatization that reacts faster and more completely than BSA, due to the trifluoroacetamide leaving group.  The high volatility of BSTFA and its byproducts results in non-co-elution of early eluting peaks.  Additionally, the highly volatile and stable products result in low detector noise and fouling.