Description

Tetrabutylammonium 4-Toluenesulfonate is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt widely used as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and electrolyte component. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, significantly improving yields and reaction rates in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require efficient catalytic systems and stable ionic materials.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): A key catalyst for alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions in biphasic systems.
• Electrochemical Applications: Serves as a supporting electrolyte in electrochemical studies and devices due to its good solubility and conductivity in organic solvents.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules where PTC conditions are advantageous.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a catalyst or additive in polymerization reactions and polymer electrolyte formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Facilitates various nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions in laboratory and industrial settings.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be used as an ion-pairing agent in chromatography techniques like HPLC.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrabutylammonium 4-Toluenesulfonate
CAS No.	7182-86-7
Molecular Formula	C23H43NO3S
Molecular Weight	413.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrabutylammonium p-Toluenesulfonate; TBATS; Tetra-n-butylammonium Tosylate; Tetrabutylammonium Tosylate; N,N,N-Tributyl-1-butanaminium 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; Butyltrimethylammonium p-Toluenesulfonate (common misnomer); TBA p-TsO; Tetrabutylammonium 4-Methylbenzenesulfonate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetrabutylammonium 4-Toluenesulfonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay (HPLC), identification (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.