Description

Tetraphenylphosphonium Tetraphenylborate is a high-purity, organometallic salt widely used as a phase-transfer catalyst and a key reagent in analytical chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between compounds in immiscible phases and its utility as a precipitating agent for large organic cations. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-performance reagents for synthesis and analysis.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): A critical catalyst for organic synthesis reactions, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals where it enhances reaction rates and yields between aqueous and organic phases.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Used as a precipitating agent for the gravimetric determination and isolation of large organic cations, including other quaternary ammonium and phosphonium salts.
• Electrolyte Component: Employed in electrochemical studies and in the formulation of specific electrolyte solutions for batteries and sensors due to its stable ionic nature.
• Polymerization Catalyst/Additive: Serves as a catalyst or additive in certain polymerization processes to control molecular weight and polymer structure.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.
• Ion-Selective Electrodes: Can be utilized as an ionophore or membrane component in the fabrication of ion-selective electrodes for analytical measurements.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraphenylphosphonium Tetraphenylborate
CAS No.	15525-15-2
Molecular Formula	C48H40BP
Molecular Weight	658.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetraphenylphosphonium Tetraphenylborate; Tetraphenylborate Tetraphenylphosphonium Salt; TPP-TPB; Phosphonium, tetraphenyl-, tetraphenylborate(1-); TPPBPh4; BAKERBOND™ TPP; Tetraphenylphosphonium Tetraphenylboronate; Tetraphenylboron Tetraphenylphosphonium
EINECS	239-564-0

Quality Control

Our Tetraphenylphosphonium Tetraphenylborate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring it meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial applications.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	280 - 285 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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