Tetrabutyl ammonium chloride, CAS No. 1112-67-0

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1112-67-0

Catalog No. EBD21269

CAS 1112-67-0

Name Tetrabutyl ammonium chloride

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Basic Information

Synonyms: N,N,N-trimethylmethanaminiumchloride 1-Butanaminium,N,N,N-tributyl-,chloride n,n,n-tributyl-1-butanaminiuchloride TeTrabuTylAmmoniumchloride N,N,N-tributylbutan-1-aminiumchloridehydrate(1:1:1) TetrabutylammoniumchlorideHydrate ipc-tba-cl tetrabutylammoniumchloride(containsalsobromide) tetrabutylammoniumchloride50%solution

Molecular Formula: C16H36ClN

Molecular Weight: 277.92

MDL Number: MFCD00011635

Categories: Functional Chemicals > Consumer & Industrial Chemicals > Surfactants

Product Description:

Tetrabutylammonium chloride (TBAC) is a quaternary ammonium salt with the molecular formula (C_H_)_NCl and a molecular weight of 277.92 g/mol. It is a white to off-white crystalline solid, highly soluble in water and polar organic solvents. As a phase transfer catalyst (PTC), TBAC facilitates the transfer of ionic reactants from an aqueous phase into an organic phase, enabling reactions between otherwise immiscible reagents. Its primary application is as a phase transfer catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in nucleophilic substitution reactions, alkylations, and polymerizations. TBAC is also widely used as a supporting electrolyte in electrochemical studies and as a reagent in the preparation of other tetrabutylammonium salts via ion exchange. In the context of organometallic chemistry, it serves as a source of the tetrabutylammonium cation, which can stabilize certain anionic metal complexes. TBAC is hygroscopic and should be stored under dry conditions. It is generally considered a mild irritant and should be handled with standard laboratory safety precautions. Its versatility and efficiency in promoting biphasic reactions make it a staple in both academic research and industrial chemical manufacturing.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 83-86°C

Flash Point: 113 °C

Density: 0.98

Solubility: H2O: 20 mg/mL, clear, colorless

Storage: Store under Nitrogen

Analytical Data

Appearance: white crystals, granules or powder