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The manuscript puts emphasis on several attributes of XtalFluor-E^TM and XtalFluor-M^TM that address most shortcomings of conventional reagents:

·        Increased selectivity

·        Enhanced thermal stability

·        Easily handled crystalline solids

·        Cost-efficient reagent via a straightforward and safe synthesis

·        No free HF generated; compatible with standard borosilicate vessels

·        Less stringent shipping restriction