Description

Titanium Isobutoxide is a versatile organotitanium compound widely used as a precursor in sol-gel chemistry and materials science. Its primary value lies in its ability to form high-purity titanium dioxide (TiO₂) films and nanoparticles under controlled hydrolysis conditions, which are critical for advanced material performance. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the ceramics, coatings, and electronics industries seeking to develop products with enhanced optical, catalytic, or protective properties.

Application

• Sol-Gel Processing: A key precursor for synthesizing high-purity titanium dioxide (TiO₂) nanoparticles, thin films, and monolithic gels.
• Advanced Ceramics & Coatings: Used to produce anti-reflective, photocatalytic, and protective ceramic coatings for optical lenses, architectural glass, and industrial components.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for preparing heterogeneous catalysts and catalyst supports used in chemical synthesis and environmental remediation.
• Electronic Materials: Employed in the fabrication of dielectric layers, memristors, and other microelectronic components requiring precise titanium oxide deposition.
• Polymer Additive & Crosslinking Agent: Functions as a modifier and crosslinker to enhance the thermal stability and mechanical properties of specialty polymers.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new material chemistries and nanotechnology applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Titanium Isobutoxide
CAS No.	7425-80-1
Molecular Formula	C16H36O4Ti
Molecular Weight	340.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Titanium(IV) isobutoxide; Tetra(isobutoxy)titanium; Tetraisobutyl titanate; Isobutyl titanate; Titanium tetraisobutoxide; TIBOT; Ti(OBui)4; Tetrabutoxytitanium (isomeric mixture)
EINECS	231-047-1

Quality Control

Our Titanium Isobutoxide is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and may decompose upon contact with water or humid air; containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon after opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Density (20°C)	0.96 - 0.99 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.485 - 1.495

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