Description

Tetraoctylammonium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt (quat) widely recognized for its efficacy as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) and surfactant. Its value lies in facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, significantly improving yields and reaction rates in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking efficient catalytic processes.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): A key catalyst for alkylation, esterification, and substitution reactions, enabling efficient synthesis of complex organic molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where precise catalytic control is required.
• Polymerization Aid: Acts as an emulsifier or catalyst in specific polymerization processes for specialty polymers.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as an ion-pairing agent in chromatography and as a component in sensor technologies.
• Material Science: Serves as a templating agent or surface modifier in the synthesis of nanomaterials and advanced composites.
• Extraction Processes: Facilitates the transfer of ions or molecules in liquid-liquid extraction systems for purification and separation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraoctylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	14866-33-2
Molecular Formula	C32H68BrN
Molecular Weight	546.79 g/mol
Synonyms	TOAB; N,N,N-Trioctyl-1-octanaminium bromide; Trioctyloctylammonium bromide; Tetra-n-octylammonium bromide; Ammonium, trioctyloctyl-, bromide; 1-Octanaminium, N,N,N-trioctyl-, bromide
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Quality Control

Our Tetraoctylammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial catalysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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