Description

Methyltributylammonium Iodide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt widely utilized as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and ionic liquid precursor. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, significantly improving yields and reaction rates in critical synthetic processes. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where efficient and selective synthesis is paramount.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): A key catalyst for alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions in organic synthesis, enabling reactions in biphasic systems.
• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor or component in the formulation of task-specific ionic liquids for green chemistry applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where PTC conditions are advantageous.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or additive in polymerization reactions and the production of specialty polymers.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of pesticides, herbicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Facilitates synthesis steps in the manufacture of organic dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be used as an ion-pairing agent in chromatographic separations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyltributylammonium Iodide
CAS No.	3085-79-8
Molecular Formula	C13H30IN
Molecular Weight	327.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyltributylammonium iodide; N-Methyl-N,N,N-tributylammonium iodide; Tributylmethylammonium iodide; Methyltri-n-butylammonium iodide; TBAI (Methyl); MBu3NI; N,N,N-Tributyl-N-methylammonium iodide; Ammonium, methyltributyl-, iodide (1:1)
EINECS	221-399-1

Quality Control

Our Methyltributylammonium Iodide is produced 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) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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