Description

Tetrabutyl Ammonium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt widely utilized as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and electrolyte. Its primary value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, significantly improving yields and reaction rates in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is critical for alkylation, esterification, and polymerization processes. We supply this material to meet the stringent demands of industrial and laboratory applications.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Enables reactions between aqueous and organic phases in alkylation, displacement, and esterification processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Electrolyte Component: Serves as a supporting electrolyte in electrochemical studies and sensors.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Facilitates the production of specific polymers and resins.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed in ion-pair chromatography as a mobile phase modifier.
• Surfactant & Dispersant: Acts in formulations requiring cationic surface-active properties.
• Research & Development: A key reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrabutyl Ammonium Bromide
CAS No.	10549-76-5
Molecular Formula	C16H36BrN
Molecular Weight	322.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetra-n-butylammonium Bromide; TBAB; TBABr; N,N,N-Tributyl-1-butanaminium Bromide; Butylammonium, N,N,N-tributyl-, bromide; Tetrylammonium Bromide; Ammonium, tetrabutyl-, bromide
EINECS	234-138-0

Quality Control

Our Tetrabutyl Ammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for catalytic and synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	102°C - 106°C
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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