Description

Tetrabutylphosphonium Dihydrogen Trifluoride is a specialized organophosphonium fluoride salt that serves as a highly effective fluoride ion source and phase-transfer catalyst. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity profile, enabling challenging fluorination and other nucleophilic substitution reactions under mild conditions. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for synthesizing novel fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Nucleophilic Fluorination Reactions: A key reagent for introducing fluorine atoms into organic molecules, crucial for developing pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yields and efficiency in industrial synthesis.
• Electrolyte Additive: Used in the formulation of advanced electrolytes for lithium-ion and other specialty batteries to enhance conductivity and stability.
• Polymer Modification: Employed in the surface treatment and functionalization of polymers to impart specific chemical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a building block or catalyst in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules.
• Laboratory Research: A critical tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination methodologies and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrabutylphosphonium Dihydrogen Trifluoride
CAS No.	121240-58-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₈F₃P
Molecular Weight	318.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrabutylphosphonium Bifluoride Trifluoride; Tetra-n-butylphosphonium Dihydrogentrifluoride; Phosphonium, tetrabutyl-, dihydrogentrifluoride (1:1); TBPDHTF; Tetrabutylphosphonium Hydrogen Difluoride Trifluoride; Tetrabutylphosphonium (HF)₂F
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Quality Control

Our Tetrabutylphosphonium Dihydrogen Trifluoride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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