Description

Tetrabutylammonium Hexafluorophosphate is a high-purity, non-coordinating ionic compound widely used as a supporting electrolyte and phase-transfer catalyst. Its value lies in providing excellent solubility in organic solvents and high electrochemical stability, which is critical for precise and reproducible results. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, organic synthesis, and materials science, particularly for applications requiring controlled ionic strength and inert reaction media.

Application

• Supporting Electrolyte in electrochemical studies, including cyclic voltammetry and electrosynthesis.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC) for facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases.
• Key component in the preparation of ionic liquids and specialty electrolytes for batteries and capacitors.
• Used in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) research and fabrication processes.
• Employed in analytical chemistry as a mobile phase additive in HPLC.
• Facilitates polymerization reactions, particularly in controlled radical polymerization techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrabutylammonium Hexafluorophosphate
CAS No.	3109-63-5
Molecular Formula	C16H36F6NP
Molecular Weight	387.43 g/mol
Synonyms	TBAHFP; TBAPF6; Tetra-n-butylammonium Hexafluorophosphate; Hexafluorophosphate Tetrabutylammonium; TBAPF6; Tetrabutylammonium PF6; n-Tetrabutylammonium Hexafluorophosphate; (C4H9)4NPF6
EINECS	221-476-5

Quality Control

Our Tetrabutylammonium Hexafluorophosphate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research and industrial applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements for electrochemical grade or synthesis grade materials.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation and ensure long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Solubility	Clear, colorless solution in acetonitrile

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