Description

Tetraethylammonium is a quaternary ammonium salt widely recognized as a versatile chemical intermediate and a potent potassium channel blocker. This compound is crucial for organic synthesis and biochemical research, offering high reactivity and selectivity. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and academic research sectors for applications ranging from catalyst synthesis to electrophysiological studies.

Application

• As a phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) in organic synthesis reactions.
• As a potassium channel blocker in neurobiological and cardiovascular research.
• Chemical intermediate for the synthesis of other quaternary ammonium compounds.
• Component in the preparation of ionic liquids and electrolytes.
• Reagent for the alkylation of amines and other nucleophiles.
• Used in analytical chemistry as a reference standard or ion-pairing agent.
• Potential applications in material science for surface modification.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraethylammonium
CAS No.	66-40-0
Molecular Formula	C8H20N+ (typically as a salt, e.g., hydroxide, bromide, chloride)
Molecular Weight	130.25 g/mol (for the cation)
Synonyms	TEA; Tetraethylazanium; N,N,N-Triethylethanaminium; Et4N+; Tetrylammonium; Tetraethylammonium ion; Ammonium, tetraethyl-; Tetraethylammonium cation
EINECS	200-622-1

Quality Control

Our Tetraethylammonium products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support your R&D and production needs. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/Titration)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤10 ppm

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