Description

Tetraethylammonium Chloride is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt widely used as a phase-transfer catalyst and a versatile chemical intermediate. Its significance lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields in organic synthesis. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and specialty chemical production where precise ionic properties are required. We supply this compound to meet the stringent demands of global industrial and research applications.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): A key reagent for accelerating reactions between aqueous and organic phases in alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals requiring quaternary ammonium functionalities.
• Electrochemical Research: Employed as a supporting electrolyte in non-aqueous electrochemical studies and battery research due to its ionic conductivity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or additive in polymerization processes and the production of ion-exchange resins.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in biochemical assays and as a tool compound in physiological studies, particularly involving ion channels.
• Surfactant & Disinfectant Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for manufacturing certain cationic surfactants and disinfectants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraethylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	56-34-8
Molecular Formula	C8H20ClN
Molecular Weight	165.70 g/mol
Synonyms	TEA-Cl; TEAC; N,N,N-Triethylethanaminium Chloride; Ammonium, tetraethyl-, chloride; Tetraethylammonium chloride hydrate; Et4NCl; Tetrylammonium Chloride
EINECS	200-268-6

Quality Control

Our Tetraethylammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Solubility	Clear, colorless solution in water

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