Description

Tetrabutyl Titanate is a versatile organotitanium compound widely used as a key precursor and catalyst in advanced material synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a cross-linking agent and a source of titanium dioxide in sol-gel processes, enabling the production of high-performance coatings and ceramics. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the coatings, electronics, and specialty polymer industries seeking to enhance product durability and functionality.

Application

• Cross-linking Agent: Used to improve the hardness, adhesion, and chemical resistance of silicone resins, acrylics, and other polymer coatings.
• Sol-Gel Processing: Serves as a critical precursor for depositing thin films of titanium dioxide (TiO₂) on glass, metals, and semiconductors for optical, electronic, and protective applications.
• Catalyst: Functions as a catalyst or catalyst component in esterification and transesterification reactions within the chemical manufacturing sector.
• Adhesion Promoter: Enhances the bonding between inorganic materials (like glass or metal) and organic polymers in composite materials and sealants.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: Employed in the production of titanium-based nanoparticles and advanced ceramics with controlled porosity and structure.
• Surface Treatment: Used to modify surface properties of fillers and pigments to improve their dispersion and performance in final formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrabutyl Titanate
CAS No.	5593-70-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₆O₄Ti
Molecular Weight	340.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Titanium(IV) butoxide; Tetra-n-butyl titanate; Butyl titanate; Titanium tetrabutoxide; Tetrabutoxy titanium; Tetrabutyl orthotitanate; TBT; Ti(OBu)₄
EINECS	227-006-2

Quality Control

Our Tetrabutyl Titanate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, color, and specific gravity. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet the rigorous demands of research, electronics, and industrial coating applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is highly volatile and hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). It must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) and away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.996 - 1.000
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.486 - 1.490
Hydrolyzable Chloride	≤ 0.1 %

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