Description

Tetrabutylammonium Diacetate, 98%, For Synthesis is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt primarily used as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and reagent in organic synthesis. This compound is critical for facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, significantly improving reaction rates and yields. It is an essential material for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking efficient synthetic pathways.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Widely employed in alkylation, esterification, and nucleophilic substitution reactions to enhance reactivity between aqueous and organic phases.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used as a key reagent in the synthesis of complex molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Polymerization Aid: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst in certain polymerization processes to control molecular weight and polymer structure.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized in ion-pair chromatography as a mobile phase additive for the separation of ionic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Applied in the development of ionic liquids, electrolytes, and other advanced functional materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Facilitates the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrabutylammonium Diacetate, 98%, For Synthesis
CAS No.	51012-12-5
Molecular Formula	C20H43NO4
Molecular Weight	361.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetra-n-butylammonium Diacetate; TBAA Diacetate; N,N,N-Tributyl-1-butanaminium Diacetate; Tetrabutylammonium Acetate (2:1 Salt); TBA Diacetate; Tetrabutylazanium Diacetate; Acetic Acid, Tetrabutylammonium Salt (2:1); 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, acetate (1:2)
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Quality Control

Our Tetrabutylammonium Diacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the declared 98% purity specification and is suitable for synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical R&D and production processes.

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 product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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