Description

Bis(Tetrabutylammonium) Sulphate is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt widely utilized as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and electrolyte component. Its primary value lies in facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, significantly enhancing reaction rates and yields in specialized organic syntheses. This compound is essential for manufacturers and research laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking efficient catalytic processes.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Enables and accelerates reactions between ionic and organic reactants in biphasic systems, such as alkylations, esterifications, and nucleophilic substitutions.
• Electrochemical Applications: Serves as a supporting electrolyte or ionic liquid precursor in electrochemical studies, capacitors, and battery research.
• Polymer Synthesis: Used as a catalyst or additive in the production of specific polymers and resins.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed in ion-pair chromatography as a mobile phase modifier for the separation of ionic species.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a reagent or catalyst in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Surfactant & Dispersant Research: Studied for its surface-active properties in specialized formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Tetrabutylammonium) Sulphate
CAS No.	2472-88-0
Molecular Formula	C32H72N2O4S
Molecular Weight	580.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrabutylammonium Sulfate; Di(tetrabutylammonium) Sulfate; TBAS; Bis(N,N,N-Tributylbutan-1-aminium) Sulfate; Ammonium, tetrabutyl-, sulfate (2:1); Tetrabutylammonium hydrogen sulfate dimer; TBA Sulfate
EINECS	219-598-9

Quality Control

Our Bis(Tetrabutylammonium) Sulphate is manufactured 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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