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O-((1H)-6-Chlorobenzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium tetrafluoroborate (TCTU)

SKU 20715486 CAS 330641-16-2 C11H15BClF4N5O MW 355.53 Available on enquiry

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O-((1H)-6-Chlorobenzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium tetrafluoroborate (TCTU) is a highly efficient coupling reagent used in peptide synthesis to improve reaction yields and purity. It accelerates amide bond formation under mild conditions, making it ideal for lab-scale and industrial applications. This chemical has a CAS number of 330641-16-2, a molecular formula of C11H15BClF4N5O, and a molecular weight of 355.53. It should be stored at ambient temperature and handled with caution, as it carries a warning signal word. Molekula supplies TCTU from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 20715486
CAS Number: 330641-16-2
IUPAC Name: [(6-chlorobenzotriazol-1-yl)oxy-(dimethylamino)methylidene]-dimethylazanium tetrafluoroborate
Molecular Formula: C11H15BClF4N5O
Molecular Weight: 355.53
Exact Mass: 355.0994
SMILES: [B-](F)(F)(F)F.CN(C)C(=[N+](C)C)ON1C2=C(C=CC(=C2)Cl)N=N1
InChIKey: GBGVQFJZGHBZMC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C11H15ClN5O.BF4/c1-15(2)11(16(3)4)18-17-10-7-8(12)5-6-9(10)13-14-17;2-1(3,4)5/h5-7H,1-4H3;/q+1;-1
PubChem CID: 24898642

Synonyms

[(6-chlorobenzotriazol-1-yl)oxy-(dimethylamino)methylidene]-dimethylazanium
1-[Bis(dimethylamino)methylen]-5-chlorobenzotriazolium 3-oxide tetrafluoroborate
C11H15BClF4N5O
GBGVQFJZGHBZMC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
O-(6-Chlorobenzotriazol-1-yl)-N,N,N',N'-tetramethyluronium tetrafluoroborate
TCTU Reagent

Frequently asked questions

What is O-((1H)-6-Chlorobenzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium tetrafluoroborate (TCTU) used for?

TCTU is primarily used as a coupling reagent in peptide synthesis, enabling efficient formation of amide bonds under mild conditions.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of TCTU?

The formula is C₁₁H₁₅BClF₄N₅O with a molecular weight of 355.53 g/mol.

How should TCTU be stored?

Store TCTU at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight.

What grades or purities of TCTU does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies TCTU in reagent-grade purity (≥97%), suitable for research and synthesis applications.

Can Molekula supply TCTU in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can provide TCTU in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements—contact us for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of TCTU?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.