Description

Tetra-n-Hexylammonium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt widely utilized as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and an electrolyte component. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, significantly improving yields and reaction rates in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking efficient synthetic pathways.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): Enables nucleophilic substitution, alkylation, and oxidation reactions between aqueous and organic phases.
• Electrochemical Research: Serves as a supporting electrolyte in non-aqueous electrochemistry and battery research due to its good solubility in organic solvents.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Used in the preparation of more complex quaternary ammonium compounds and ionic liquids.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as an ion-pairing agent in chromatography (e.g., HPLC) for the separation of ionic species.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis and modification of polymers, including as a catalyst or templating agent.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the fabrication of advanced materials, such as liquid crystals and conductive films.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetra-n-Hexylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	4328-13-6
Molecular Formula	C24H52BrN
Molecular Weight	434.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexylammonium Bromide, Tetra-n-Hexyl; Tetrahexylammonium Bromide; N,N,N-Trihexyl-1-hexanaminium Bromide; THAB; Ammonium, tetrahexyl-, bromide; 1-Hexanaminium, N,N,N-trihexyl-, bromide
EINECS	224-389-6

Quality Control

Our Tetra-n-Hexylammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, melting point, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards to support your R&D and production requirements.

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 in a dry environment 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%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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