Description

N,N,n-Tributyl-n-Phenacyl Ammonium Tetrafluoroborate is a quaternary ammonium salt with a tetrafluoroborate counterion, valued for its role as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and reagent in organic synthesis. Its structure facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields under mild conditions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking efficient synthetic pathways.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Enables alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions in biphasic systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Facilitates polymerization initiations and modifications where ionic intermediates are involved.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Assists in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic fluorination and other anion-activated reactions.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of ionic liquids and specialty electrolytes.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N,n-Tributyl-n-Phenacyl Ammonium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS No.	214074-74-5
Molecular Formula	C23H40BF4NO
Molecular Weight	433.38 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N,N-Tributyl-2-oxo-2-phenylethan-1-aminium tetrafluoroborate; Tributyl(phenacyl)ammonium tetrafluoroborate; N,N-Dibutyl-N-(2-oxo-2-phenylethyl)butan-1-aminium tetrafluoroborate; Phenacyltributylammonium tetrafluoroborate; TBPA-BF4; [C6H5COCH2N(C4H9)3]+ BF4-; N-Tributylphenacylammonium tetrafluoroborate
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Quality Control

Our N,N,n-Tributyl-n-Phenacyl Ammonium Tetrafluoroborate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure compliance with exacting standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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