Description

Tetraethylammonium p-Toluenesulfonate is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt with excellent solubility and ionic conductivity properties. This compound serves as a crucial electrolyte component and phase-transfer catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, electronics, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable performance in sensitive applications.

Application

• Electrolyte for Electrochemical Devices: Used in supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, and dye-sensitized solar cells due to its high ionic conductivity and stability.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, crucial for alkylation, esterification, and other organic synthesis processes.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor & Additive: Serves as a key component or additive in the formulation of task-specific ionic liquids for green chemistry applications.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Employed in the preparation of other tetraethylammonium salts and functional organic molecules.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Used as a standard or mobile phase additive in techniques like ion chromatography and capillary electrophoresis.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a conductivity enhancer or modifying agent in polymer electrolytes and conductive films.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraethylammonium p-Toluenesulfonate
CAS No.	733-44-8
Molecular Formula	C15H27NO3S
Molecular Weight	301.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetraethylammonium Tosylate; TEATs; Tetraethylammonium 4-Methylbenzenesulfonate; N,N,N-Triethylethanaminium 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; Tetraethylammonium p-Tolylsulfonate; TEA p-Toluenesulfonate; Tetraethylammonium Tosylate Salt
EINECS	211-989-5

Quality Control

Our Tetraethylammonium p-Toluenesulfonate 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. 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); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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