Description

Tetraheptylammonium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt (QAS) with the CAS registry number 4368-51-8. This compound serves as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) and ion-pairing agent, critical for facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and material science sectors who require reliable and efficient synthetic pathways.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): Enables efficient organic synthesis reactions, such as alkylations, esterifications, and nucleophilic substitutions, between aqueous and organic phases.
• Ion-Pair Chromatography: Used as an ion-pairing reagent in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for the separation and analysis of ionic compounds, particularly anions.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a key precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex quaternary ammonium compounds and surfactants.
• Electrolyte Component: Employed in electrochemical applications and research, including in certain battery and capacitor formulations.
• Surfactant & Dispersant: Functions in specialized formulations where its cationic properties are beneficial for dispersion and surface activity.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraheptylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	4368-51-8
Molecular Formula	C28H60BrN
Molecular Weight	490.69 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptylammonium, N,N,N-Triheptyl-, bromide; THAB; Tetra-n-heptylammonium bromide; N,N,N-Triheptylheptan-1-aminium bromide; 1-Heptanaminium, N,N,N-triheptyl-, bromide; Ammonium, tetraheptyl-, bromide; Tetraheptylazanium bromide
EINECS	224-467-8

Quality Control

Our Tetraheptylammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, moisture content, and residue on ignition are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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