Description

Tetramethyl Ammonium n-Butyl Triphenylborate is a quaternary ammonium borate salt, a specialized organoboron compound valued for its role as a phase-transfer catalyst and reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure makes it particularly effective for facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields. This chemical is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where precise and efficient synthesis is critical.

Application

• As a phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) in alkylation, esterification, and polymerization reactions.
• As a key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic intermediates.
• In the preparation of specialty polymers and advanced materials, including liquid crystals and electronic chemicals.
• For facilitating nucleophilic substitution reactions under mild conditions in both aqueous and organic media.
• In agrochemical research for the synthesis of novel herbicides and pesticides.
• As a catalyst component in the production of fine chemicals and flavors & fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetramethyl Ammonium n-Butyl Triphenylborate
CAS No.	117522-01-7
Molecular Formula	C26H36BN
Molecular Weight	373.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetramethylammonium Butyltriphenylborate; n-Butyltriphenylborate Tetramethylammonium Salt; Tetramethylammonium n-Butyltriphenylboranuide; TMA n-BuPh3B; Tetramethylammonium Butyltriphenylboranuide; (Butyltriphenylborato)tetramethylammonium; Tetramethylammonium Butyl(triphenyl)borate
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Quality Control

Our Tetramethyl Ammonium n-Butyl Triphenylborate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis, to confirm identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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