Description

Tetrabutylammonium Triflate is a high-purity, non-nucleophilic salt widely used as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and electrolyte component. Its primary value lies in its excellent solubility in organic solvents and its stability under a variety of reaction conditions, making it indispensable for advanced synthesis. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for facilitating reactions in biphasic systems and in electrochemical applications.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): Enables reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, crucial for alkylation, esterification, and polymerization processes.
• Electrolyte for Electrochemical Systems: Used in supercapacitors, batteries, and electroplating baths due to its high ionic conductivity and wide electrochemical window.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Facilitates key transformations such as glycosylation, fluorination, and the synthesis of ionic liquids.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Acts as an initiator or co-catalyst in the production of specific polymers and resins.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a standard or mobile phase additive in chromatographic techniques like HPLC.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced materials, including conductive polymers and nanostructures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrabutylammonium Triflate
CAS No.	35895-70-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₄₂F₃NO₃S
Molecular Weight	421.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetra-n-butylammonium Trifluoromethanesulfonate; TBATf; TBAOTf; Tetrabutylammonium Trifluoromethanesulfonate; N,N,N-Tributyl-1-butanaminium Triflate; Tetrabutylazanium; 2,2,2-trifluoroacetate
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Quality Control

Our Tetrabutylammonium Triflate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product performance. 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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