Description

Triethylhexylammonium Bromide is a quaternary ammonium salt widely utilized as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and surfactant. Its 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 R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking efficient process optimization.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Crucial for alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions in organic synthesis, enabling reactions between aqueous and organic phases.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Functions in formulations requiring cationic surface-active properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymerization Aid: Acts as a catalyst or stabilizer in specific polymerization processes.
• Ion-Pair Reagent: Used in analytical chemistry and separation sciences, such as in chromatography.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: A component in formulations designed to protect metals in various industrial systems.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and chemical research in academic and industrial settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylhexylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	13028-71-2
Molecular Formula	C12H28BrN
Molecular Weight	266.26 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N,N-Triethyl-1-hexanaminium Bromide; N-Hexyltriethylammonium Bromide; Triethyl-n-hexylammonium Bromide; 1-Hexanaminium, N,N,N-triethyl-, bromide; TEHAB; Hexyltriethylammonium Bromide; Triethylhexylammonium Bromide; Ammonium, triethylhexyl-, bromide
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Quality Control

Our Triethylhexylammonium Bromide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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