Applications
Trimethyloxonium tetrafluoroborate act as a avmethylating agent and activates C-X multiple bonds. It is involved in the esterification of polyfunctional carboxylic acids. It acts as a catalyst in the polymerization of cyclic sulfides and ethers. Further, it is used in Beckmann rearrangement of oximes.

Solubility
Soluble in nitrobenzene, nitromethane, chloroform, hot acetone, liquid sulfur dioxide. Slightly soluble in dichloromethane. Insoluble in common organic solvents.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Moisture sensitive. Store in a cool place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and bases.