Description

Tetrabutylammonium Glutaconaldehyde Enolate is a specialized quaternary ammonium salt derivative of glutaconaldehyde, serving as a versatile enolate synthon in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a phase-transfer catalyst and a reactive intermediate, facilitating challenging C-C bond formations under mild conditions. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocycles.
• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing yield and selectivity in alkylation and condensation reactions.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis studies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or modifier for creating functional polymers with specific chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrabutylammonium Glutaconaldehyde Enolate
CAS No.	139261-76-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₄₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	339.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrabutylammonium 3-oxopent-4-en-1-olate; N,N,N-Tributylbutan-1-aminium 3-oxopent-4-en-1-olate; Glutaconaldehyde enolate tetrabutylammonium salt; TBA glutaconaldehyde enolate; Tetra-n-butylammonium glutaconaldehyde enolate
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Quality Control

Our Tetrabutylammonium Glutaconaldehyde Enolate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided to guarantee the material meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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