Description

Tetramethylammonium Bicarbonate is a quaternary ammonium salt of carbonic acid, serving as a versatile and efficient source of the tetramethylammonium cation. This compound is particularly valued for its role as a phase-transfer catalyst and a mild, non-nucleophilic base in sensitive organic synthesis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex reaction sequences.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly in alkylation and esterification processes.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a mild base for deprotonation and condensation reactions where stronger bases may cause side reactions.
• Buffer Component: Used in analytical chemistry and biochemical research to maintain specific pH conditions.
• Precursor for Tetramethylammonium Hydroxide (TMAH): Serves as a key intermediate in the production of TMAH, a critical etchant and developer in the semiconductor industry.
• Polymerization Aid: Employed in the synthesis of certain polymers and resins where controlled basicity is required.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in advanced battery systems and electrochemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetramethylammonium Bicarbonate
CAS No.	58345-96-3
Molecular Formula	C5H13NO3
Molecular Weight	135.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N,N-Trimethylmethanaminium Bicarbonate; Tetramethylazanium Hydrogen Carbonate; Ammonium, tetramethyl-, bicarbonate (1:1); TMA Bicarbonate; Tetramethylammonium Hydrogen Carbonate; Me4N+HCO3-
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Quality Control

Our Tetramethylammonium Bicarbonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request 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 decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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