Benzyltriethylammonium chloride

Benzyltriethylammonium chloride

TEBA; BTEAC; Benzyltriethylammonium chloride

CAS 56-37-1

Chemical Formula (C₂H₅)₃NCH₂C₆H₅]Cl

Molecular Weight 227.78 g/mol

Benzyltriethylammonium chloride (TEBAC) is a quaternary ammonium salt with the chemical formula C₁₃H₂₂ClN and is commonly used as a phase transfer catalyst in organic synthesis. It facilitates reactions between reactants in different phases, like water and an organic solvent, by transferring anions from one phase to the other. This allows for reactions to occur more efficiently and with improved yields. TEBAC is also used in other applications like polymer curing, as an electrolyte in electronics, and in oil field and analytical chemistry. 
 

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Industrial Uses

1. Performance Chemicals

  • Phase Transfer Catalysis: BTEAC acts as a PTC by transferring anions (negatively charged ions) from an aqueous phase to an organic phase, where they can react more effectively with organic substrates. This is particularly useful when the reactants are not soluble in the same phase. 
  • Nucleophilic Substitution Reactions: It is used in reactions like the Williamson ether synthesis (forming ethers) and other nucleophilic substitutions where a nucleophile (electron-rich species) replaces a leaving group.

2. Pharmaceuticals

  • Phase Transfer Catalysis:  In many pharmaceutical syntheses, reactions occur between molecules in different phases (e.g., water and an organic solvent). TEBAC, as a PTC, helps transport reactants from one phase to another, allowing the reaction to proceed more effectively.

3. Water Treatment

  • Antimicrobial Agent: BTEAC is a quaternary ammonium compound known for its antimicrobial properties. This makes it useful for applications where controlling microbial growth is important, such as in filters or other water treatment equipment.


 

Specifications

ASSAY 98%
Appearance White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Odor Faint amine-like odor
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Melting Point 240°C
Density 1.10 g/cm3
Solubility Soluble in water, ethanol, and other polar solven
Viscosity Not typically applicable
Flash Point Not Flammable

Hazard Symbols

Corrosives
Acute Toxicity
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

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