Description

Bis(Tetraethylammonium) Tetrachlorocuprate(II) is a high-purity coordination compound, specifically a quaternary ammonium salt of a copper(II) complex. This material is valued for its role as a versatile catalyst and precursor in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel synthetic pathways and functional materials.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a Lewis acid catalyst for various coupling, oxidation, and chlorination reactions.
• Precursor for Copper-Containing Materials: Used in the sol-gel synthesis of advanced ceramics, thin films, and nanomaterials.
• Electrochemical Research: Serves as an electrolyte component or redox mediator in studies of battery systems and electroplating.
• Polymerization Initiator/Co-catalyst: Employed in the controlled polymerization of specific monomers for specialty polymers.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Used as a standard or reagent in spectroscopic and chromatographic analysis methods.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key starting material for investigating new coordination chemistry and catalytic cycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Tetraethylammonium) Tetrachlorocuprate(II)
CAS No.	13927-32-7
Molecular Formula	C16H40Cl4CuN2
Molecular Weight	464.86 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetraethylammonium Tetrachlorocuprate(II); TEACuCl4; (TEA)2CuCl4; Bis(TEA) Tetrachlorocuprate; Copper(II) Tetrachloride Bis(Tetraethylammonium) Salt; N,N,N-Triethylethanaminium Tetrachlorocuprate(2-); Tetraethylammonium Copper(II) Chloride Complex
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Tetraethylammonium) Tetrachlorocuprate(II) is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, chloride content, and heavy metal limits are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. Use appropriate inert atmosphere handling for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Chloride Content	30.0 - 31.0 %
Copper (Cu) Content	13.5 - 14.0 %
Water (K.F. Titration)	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in polar organic solvents

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