Description

Tetrapentylammonium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt (quat) with significant utility as a phase-transfer catalyst and an electrolyte in electrochemical applications. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases and its stability in various organic media. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and advanced material synthesis sectors.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Enables alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions in biphasic systems, improving yield and selectivity.
• Electrochemical Research: Serves as a supporting electrolyte in non-aqueous systems for studies involving voltammetry and battery materials.
• Ion-Pair Reagent: Used in analytical chemistry to modify the retention behavior of ions in chromatographic separations (HPLC).
• Surfactant & Micelle Formation: Acts as a cationic surfactant for studies in colloid science and nanotechnology.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Employed in the preparation of more complex quaternary ammonium compounds and ionic liquids.
• Polymerization Aid: Can be used as an additive or catalyst in specific polymerization processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrapentylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	866-97-7
Molecular Formula	C20H44BrN
Molecular Weight	378.48 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N,N-Tripentyl-1-pentanaminium bromide; Tetra-n-pentylammonium bromide; TPAB; Pentylammonium bromide, tetra-; Ammonium, tetraamyl-, bromide; Tetraamylammonium bromide; 1-Pentanaminium, N,N,N-tripentyl-, bromide
EINECS	212-755-6

Quality Control

Our Tetrapentylammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, Karl Fischer titration for water content, and identity confirmation (IR, NMR). A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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