Description

Triethylammonium Formate is a versatile organic salt formed from triethylamine and formic acid. This compound serves as a crucial reagent and reaction medium, particularly valued for its role in modern synthetic chemistry. It is essential for industries and research institutions focused on pharmaceutical development, catalysis, and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• As a polar, protic solvent and reaction medium in organic synthesis.
• Key component in ion-pair chromatography for the separation of complex mixtures.
• Use as a volatile buffer in mass spectrometry (LC-MS) applications to enhance ionization efficiency.
• Catalyst or co-catalyst in various transition metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Reagent for formylation reactions in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Used in electrochemical applications and as an electrolyte additive.
• Employed in analytical chemistry as a mobile phase modifier.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylammonium Formate
CAS No.	585-29-5
Molecular Formula	C7H17NO2
Molecular Weight	147.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Formic acid triethylammonium salt; Triethylamine formate; N,N-Diethylethanaminium formate; Ethanaminium, N,N-diethyl-, formate (1:1); TEAF; TEA Formate; Triethylammonium methanoate
EINECS	209-535-1

Quality Control

Our Triethylammonium Formate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical parameters.

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); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Triethylamine Content	Reported on COA
Formic Acid Content	Reported on COA
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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