Description

Tetrabutylammonium Perchlorate is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt widely used as a phase-transfer catalyst and electrolyte component. Its primary value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases and its utility in electrochemical applications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic synthesis, materials science, and analytical chemistry, where precise ionic properties and catalytic activity are required.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): A key catalyst for alkylation, esterification, and other organic synthesis reactions between aqueous and organic phases.
• Electrochemical Research: Serves as a supporting electrolyte in non-aqueous electrochemical studies, cyclic voltammetry, and battery research.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used in the synthesis and modification of conductive polymers and other specialty polymeric materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as an ion-pairing agent in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for the separation of ionic compounds.
• Material Science: A precursor or additive in the development of advanced materials, including liquid crystals and ionic liquids.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Facilitates the synthesis of complex drug molecules where phase-transfer conditions are advantageous.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrabutylammonium Perchlorate
CAS No.	1923-70-2
Molecular Formula	C16H36ClNO4
Molecular Weight	341.92 g/mol
Synonyms	TBAP; Tetra-n-butylammonium Perchlorate; Butylammonium, N,N,N-tributyl-, perchlorate; TBA Perchlorate; Perchloric acid, tetrabutylammonium salt; 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, perchlorate; Tetrabutylazanium perchlorate
EINECS	217-676-1

Quality Control

Our Tetrabutylammonium Perchlorate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration, identification by FT-IR, and determination of key impurities. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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