Description

Triisobutylamine is a versatile tertiary aliphatic amine characterized by its strong basicity and excellent solvent properties. This compound is a critical intermediate and functional additive in numerous high-value chemical synthesis and formulation processes. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity amine reagents and phase-transfer catalysts.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used as a key building block and acid scavenger in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Catalyst & Ligand Precursor: Serves as a precursor for quaternary ammonium compounds and ligands in homogeneous catalysis and phase-transfer catalysis (PTC).
• Polymer Industry: Acts as a neutralizing agent, curing agent, and catalyst in epoxy resin systems and polyurethane production.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used as a component in fuel and lubricant additives to prevent acid corrosion.
• Organic Solvent & Extractant: Functions as a solvent for resins, gums, and dyes, and as an extractant in metal ion separation processes.
• Surfactant & Quaternary Ammonium Salt Production: A primary raw material for manufacturing cationic surfactants and fabric softeners.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Triisobutylamine
CAS No.	1116-40-1
Molecular Formula	C12H27N
Molecular Weight	185.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Triisobutylamine; TIBA; N,N-Diisobutylisobutylamine; Tris(2-methylpropyl)amine; 2-Methyl-N,N-bis(2-methylpropyl)-1-propanamine; Isobutylamine, N,N-diisobutyl-; (i-C4H9)3N
EINECS	214-240-6

Quality Control

Our Triisobutylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, IR, and titration to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.77 - 0.79
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.420 - 1.424

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