Description

Tributylmethylammonium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt widely utilized as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and ionic liquid precursor. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, significantly enhancing reaction rates and yields in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking efficient and scalable synthetic pathways.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Crucial for nucleophilic substitution reactions, esterifications, and oxidations in biphasic systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where it mediates key alkylation and cyanation steps.
• Polymerization Aid: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst in the synthesis of specific polymers and resins.
• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor or component for formulating task-specific ionic liquids used as green solvents.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be used as an ion-pairing agent in chromatography or as a standard in analytical methods.
• Surface Modification: Utilized in the preparation of surfactants or surface-active agents for material science applications.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies in academic and industrial research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tributylmethylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	37026-88-3
Molecular Formula	C13H30BrN
Molecular Weight	280.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyltributylammonium Bromide; N,N-Dibutyl-N-methylbutan-1-aminium Bromide; Tributyl(methyl)azanium Bromide; TBMAB; MBu3NBr; Butylmethylammonium Bromide Tributyl; 1-Butanaminium, N,N-dibutyl-N-methyl-, bromide; N-Methyltributylammonium Bromide
EINECS	253-324-8

Quality Control

Our Tributylmethylammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 dry conditions 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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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