Description

Cetyldimethylamine-Borane Compd. CAS NO 19047-99-5 is a high-purity, specialty organoborane compound that serves as a versatile reducing agent and chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its ability to provide controlled, selective reduction under mild conditions, which is critical for synthesizing sensitive or complex molecules. This product is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable and consistent performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: As a selective reducing agent for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the production of amine derivatives and other nitrogen-containing compounds.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of key intermediates for pesticides and herbicides, where selective reduction steps are required.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a reducing agent and cross-linking initiator in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways, including asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.
• Electroless Plating: Functions as a reducing agent in specific electroless plating baths for depositing metal coatings on plastics and other substrates.
• Hydrogen Storage & Transfer: Investigated for applications in chemical hydrogen storage and as a hydrogen donor in transfer hydrogenation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cetyldimethylamine-Borane Compd.
CAS No.	19047-99-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₄₂BN
Molecular Weight	283.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexadecyldimethylamine Borane; Cetyl Dimethylamine Borane; N,N-Dimethyl-1-hexadecanamine Borane; N-Hexadecyl-N,N-dimethylamine Borane; Borane, compd. with N,N-dimethyl-1-hexadecanamine (1:1); Dimethylhexadecylamine Borane; Amine Borane C16; C16 Amine Borane; N,N-Dimethylcetylamine Borane Complex
EINECS	242-808-3

Quality Control

Our Cetyldimethylamine-Borane Compd. is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and titration methods, to confirm identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture and prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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