Description

Triethylphenylammonium is a quaternary ammonium salt with the CAS number 310-24-7, valued for its role as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and chemical intermediate. Its structure makes it highly effective in facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, significantly improving yields and reaction rates in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking efficient process optimization.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Widely used to accelerate alkylation, esterification, and substitution reactions in biphasic systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Polymerization Aid: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst in the production of certain polymers and resins.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacturing of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory organic chemistry in academic and industrial labs.
• Surface Active Agent: Can be utilized in formulations requiring cationic surfactant properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylphenylammonium
CAS No.	310-24-7
Molecular Formula	C12H20N+ (commonly as a salt, e.g., bromide or chloride)
Molecular Weight	178.30 g/mol (for the cation)
Synonyms	N,N-Diethyl-N-phenylethanaminium; Phenyldiethyl(ethyl)ammonium; TEPA; Triethyl(phenyl)ammonium; Phenyltriethylammonium; Ammonium, triethylphenyl-; Ethanaminium, N,N-diethyl-N-phenyl-
EINECS	206-224-6

Quality Control

Our Triethylphenylammonium is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration or HPLC and identification by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability for your critical applications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.