Description

Tetrapropylammonium Perruthenate is a versatile and highly effective oxidizing agent, specifically a ruthenium-based catalyst. Its primary value lies in enabling clean and selective oxidation reactions under mild conditions, making it a superior alternative to traditional, harsher oxidants. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise and efficient synthetic transformations are critical.

Application

• Catalytic Oxidation Reactions: A key catalyst for the selective oxidation of primary and secondary alcohols to aldehydes and ketones, respectively (e.g., Ley-Griffith oxidation).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the production of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring high-purity oxidation steps.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Enables the synthesis of specialty chemicals, fragrances, and flavor compounds with high selectivity and yield.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for developing new synthetic methodologies and green chemistry processes.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Can be employed in the surface modification of materials and the synthesis of functional polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrapropylammonium Perruthenate
CAS No.	114615-82-6
Molecular Formula	C12H28N·RuO4
Molecular Weight	351.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrapropylammonium Perruthenate(VII); TPAP; Tetra-n-propylammonium Perruthenate; Pr4N+RuO4-; Perruthenate, tetrapropylammonium; Tetrapropylazanium oxidoruthenium(1-); Tetrapropylammonium Oxidoruthenate; (Propyl)4NRuO4
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Quality Control

Our Tetrapropylammonium Perruthenate is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity verification, and identification. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate to maintain stability and efficacy.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., CH2Cl2, CH3CN)

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