Tetrabutylammonium acetate

Tetrabutylammonium acetate

Tetrabutylazanium acetate; Tetrabutylaminium acetate

CAS 10534-59-5

Chemical Formula C18H39NO2

Molecular Weight 301.51 g/mol

Tetrabutylammonium acetate is an organic salt widely used as a catalyst and solvent in various chemical reactions, particularly in organic synthesis. It acts as a phase transfer catalyst, facilitating reactions between reactants in different phases. Tetrabutylammonium acetate can be used to dissolve cellulose and is also found in applications like batteries, solar cells, and pigments. 
 

Industrial Uses

1. Performance Chemicals

  • Organic Synthesis: TBAAc acts as a catalyst in several organic reactions, including the alkynylation of carbonyl compounds with trimethylsilylacetylenes, yielding propargylic alcohols. 
  • Polymerization: It can initiate or promote polymerization reactions, particularly in the epoxy and polymer industries. 
  • Battery and Solar Cell Applications: TBAAc is used as a catalyst and component in batteries and solar cells, including in the fabrication of perovskite solar cells.
  • Phase Transfer Catalysis:  TBAAc acts as a phase transfer catalyst (PTC), facilitating reactions between compounds that are typically immiscible in each other, such as those between organic and aqueous phases.
  • Biochemical Reagent: It's also utilized as a biochemical reagent in life science research.


 

Specifications

ASSAY 98%
Appearance White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Odor Mild, slightly amine-like
Boiling Point Decomposes on heating
Melting Point 140°C
Density 1.0 g/cm3
Solubility Highly soluble in water, alcohols, and polar organic solvents like DMSO, MeOH, MeCN
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point Not applicable

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FAQs

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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Tetrabutylammonium acetate? 
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4. How can I ensure the quality of Tetrabutylammonium acetate supplied by Multichem?
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