Description

Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt widely used as a supporting electrolyte and phase-transfer catalyst. Its primary value lies in its excellent solubility in organic solvents and high electrochemical stability, making it indispensable for advanced material synthesis. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, battery technology, and specialty chemical synthesis who require reliable, high-performance ionic materials.

Application

• Supporting Electrolyte in electrochemical studies, cyclic voltammetry, and electrosynthesis.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC) for facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly in organic synthesis.
• Key Component in the fabrication of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other organic electronic devices.
• Electrolyte Additive for lithium-ion and other advanced battery systems to enhance conductivity and stability.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor and modifier for creating tailored ionic media.
• Chemical Intermediate in the synthesis of other quaternary ammonium compounds and fluoroborate salts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS No.	429-06-1
Molecular Formula	C8H20BF4N
Molecular Weight	217.06 g/mol
Synonyms	TEA-TFB; TEATFB; Tetraethylammonium fluoroborate; Tetraethylammonium BF4; N,N,N-Triethylethanaminium tetrafluoroborate; Et4NBF4; TETRAETHYLAMMONIUM TETRAFLUOROBORATE(1-); Tetraethylazanium tetrafluoroborate
EINECS	207-069-5

Quality Control

Our Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and ICP-MS for trace metal analysis, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for electrochemical and synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 50 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 50 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.