Description

Tributyl(Methyl)Ammonium Dicyanamide is a quaternary ammonium salt featuring a dicyanamide counterion, offering unique properties as an ionic liquid and phase-transfer catalyst. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating organic synthesis reactions, particularly in biphasic systems where it enhances reaction rates and selectivity. It serves as a critical reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking efficient catalytic processes and novel material formulations.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Used to accelerate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, such as nucleophilic substitutions and alkylations.
• Ionic Liquid Solvent/Medium: Employed as a green, non-volatile solvent for various organic synthesis and electrochemical applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Facilitates the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring precise catalytic control.
• Polymerization Catalyst/Additive: Acts as a catalyst or initiator in the synthesis of specific polymers and resins.
• Agrochemical Formulation: Used in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Electrolyte Component: Investigated for use in advanced battery systems and electroplating processes due to its ionic nature.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Serves as a starting material for formulating specialty corrosion inhibitors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tributyl(Methyl)Ammonium Dicyanamide
CAS No.	1262230-03-4
Molecular Formula	C14H28N4
Molecular Weight	252.40 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N,N-Tributyl-N-methylammonium dicyanamide; Methyltributylammonium dicyanamide; Tributylmethylammonium dicyanamide; [MeBu3N][N(CN)2]; MBu3N DCA; Tributyl(methyl)azanium;dicyanamide; Ionic Liquid [P4441][DCA]
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Quality Control

Our Tributyl(Methyl)Ammonium Dicyanamide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content	≤ 0.1%

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