Description

Tributylethylammonium Hydrogen Carbonate is a quaternary ammonium salt with a bicarbonate counterion, offering unique solubility and phase-transfer properties. This compound is valued as a versatile, non-nucleophilic base and a source of bicarbonate ions in specialized organic synthesis and catalysis. It is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking efficient reagents for carbon dioxide fixation or base-catalyzed reactions under mild conditions.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly useful in alkylation and carboxylation reactions.
• Non-Nucleophilic Base: Employed in organic synthesis where strong, non-nucleophilic bases are required to deprotonate acidic substrates without causing side reactions.
• CO2 Capture and Utilization: Acts as a precursor or agent in chemical processes designed to capture, store, or utilize carbon dioxide.
• Electrolyte Component: Used in the formulation of electrolytes for electrochemical applications, including certain types of batteries and capacitors.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, especially those requiring bicarbonate introduction.
• Polymerization Catalyst/Co-catalyst: Applied in specific polymerization processes to control reaction kinetics and polymer properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tributylethylammonium Hydrogen Carbonate
CAS No.	94277-46-0
Molecular Formula	C13H29NO3
Molecular Weight	247.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyltributylammonium bicarbonate; Tributylethylammonium bicarbonate; N-Ethyl-N,N-dibutylbutan-1-aminium hydrogen carbonate; Ethyltributylazanium hydrogen carbonate; TBAE-HCO3; Tetraalkylammonium bicarbonate
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Quality Control

Our Tributylethylammonium Hydrogen Carbonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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