Triethylbenzylammonium bromide

Triethylbenzylammonium bromide

Benzyltriethylammonium bromide; BTEAB; Triethylbenzylammonium bromide

CAS 5197-95-5

Chemical Formula C13H22BrN

Molecular Weight 272.23 g/mol

Triethylbenzylammonium bromide is a quaternary ammonium salt commonly used as a phase transfer catalyst. It facilitates reactions between molecules that don't normally mix, like those in organic and aqueous phases. This makes it useful in various chemical processes, including organic synthesis and ion exchange chromatography. 
 

Industrial Uses

1. Performance Chemicals

  • Phase Transfer Catalyst: TEBAB is a key ingredient in phase transfer catalysis, where it helps reactions occur between substances in different phases, like oil and water. 
  • Organic Synthesis: It is widely used in organic synthesis reactions, especially in reactions involving nucleophilic substitution, carbene reactions, and alkylation of various atoms (C, N, O, S)

2. Polymers & Resins

  • Phase-Transfer Catalyst: Benzyltriethylammonium bromide, a quaternary ammonium salt, acts as a phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) in polycondensation reactions. It facilitates the transfer of reactants between immiscible phases (like water and an organic solvent), enabling reactions to occur that wouldn't otherwise, especially in the synthesis of polymers. This catalysis can lead to the formation of high molecular weight polymers under biphasic conditions.


 

Specifications

ASSAY 99%
Appearance White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Odor Odorless or very faint amine-like odor
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Melting Point 238°C
Density 1.30 g/cm3
Solubility Soluble in water, ethanol, acetone, and other polar solvents
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point Not applicable

Hazard Symbols

Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards
Environmental Hazard

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