Description

Tetraoctylammonium Perchlorate is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt with perchlorate as the counterion, valued for its role as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and electrolyte component. Its primary commercial significance lies in facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, thereby enhancing reaction rates and yields in specialized organic syntheses. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial chemical producers working in areas such as materials science, electrochemistry, and the synthesis of fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): Enables and accelerates reactions between ionic and organic reagents in biphasic systems for alkylation, oxidation, and polymerization processes.
• Electrolyte Additive: Serves as a conductive salt or supporting electrolyte in non-aqueous electrochemical studies and in the development of advanced battery systems.
• Ion-Pair Reagent: Used in analytical chemistry for the extraction and separation of anionic species via ion-pair chromatography or liquid-liquid extraction.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a reagent or catalyst precursor in the preparation of specialty chemicals, ionic liquids, and functional materials.
• Research & Development: A key tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and electrochemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraoctylammonium Perchlorate
CAS No.	25423-85-2
Molecular Formula	C32H68ClNO4
Molecular Weight	566.31 g/mol
Synonyms	TOAP; Tetra-n-octylammonium Perchlorate; N,N,N-Trioctyl-1-octanaminium Perchlorate; Ammonium, tetraoctyl-, perchlorate; Perchloric Acid, Tetraoctylammonium Salt; Tetraoctylazanium Perchlorate
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Quality Control

Our Tetraoctylammonium Perchlorate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, moisture content, and heavy metals. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for reliable performance in critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic and strong oxidizing properties, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment and segregated from combustible materials, reducing agents, and strong acids. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., dichloromethane, acetonitrile)

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