Description

Tetrahexylammonium is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt with the CAS registry number 20256-54-6. This compound serves as a versatile and highly effective phase-transfer catalyst and electrolyte component, critical for facilitating reactions between immiscible phases and in electrochemical applications. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-performance ionic materials for synthesis and process optimization.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): A key catalyst for alkylation, esterification, and other organic synthesis reactions between aqueous and organic phases.
• Electrochemical Research: Used as a supporting electrolyte or ionic liquid precursor in batteries, capacitors, and electroplating studies.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as an ion-pairing agent in chromatography (HPLC) to improve the separation of ionic compounds.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Facilitates the synthesis of specific polymers and resins in controlled environments.
• Surfactant & Dispersant: Acts as a cationic surfactant or stabilizer in emulsion and dispersion formulations.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing other quaternary ammonium compounds with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahexylammonium
CAS No.	20256-54-6
Molecular Formula	C24H52N+ (typically associated with bromide or iodide salts)
Molecular Weight	354.68 g/mol (for cation)
Synonyms	N,N,N-Trihexyl-1-hexanaminium; Tetra-n-hexylammonium; THA; Hexylamine, N,N,N-trihexyl-; Ammonium, tetrahexyl-; Tetrahexylazanium; 1-Hexanaminium, N,N,N-trihexyl-
EINECS	243-680-5

Quality Control

Our Tetrahexylammonium products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide material with typical purities exceeding 98% (by HPLC or titration), tailored to meet specific application requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is available for every batch upon request, ensuring full traceability and supply chain reliability for our global B2B partners.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product performance and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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