Molekula
Tetrabutylammonium benzoate
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Tetrabutylammonium benzoate is a quaternary ammonium salt used as a phase-transfer catalyst in organic synthesis. It facilitates reactions between immiscible phases, enhancing reaction efficiency. Available in powder form, it has a molecular weight of 363.58 g/mol, a CAS number of 18819-89-1, and a molecular formula of C23H41NO2. Store at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Tetrabutylammonium benzoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — $146.80 per pack
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Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90005261 |
| CAS Number | 18819-89-1 |
| IUPAC Name | tetrabutylazanium benzoate |
| Molecular Formula | C23H41NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 363.58 |
| Exact Mass | 363.3137 |
| SMILES | CCCC[N+](CCCC)(CCCC)CCCC.C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | WGYONVRJGWHMKV-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H36N.C7H6O2/c1-5-9-13-17(14-10-6-2,15-11-7-3)16-12-8-4;8-7(9)6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h5-16H2,1-4H3;1-5H,(H,8,9)/q+1;/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 10981353 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2923.90.0100 |
| Tariff Code | 2923900090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, benzoate
- 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, benzoate (1:1)
- N,N,N-Tributylbutan-1-aminium benzoate
- tetrabutylazanium;benzoate
Frequently asked questions
What is tetrabutylammonium benzoate used for?
It is commonly used as a phase-transfer catalyst in organic synthesis and as a reagent in the preparation of other organic compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C23H41NO2 with a molecular weight of 363.58 g/mol.
How should tetrabutylammonium benzoate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; custom purity options may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply tetrabutylammonium benzoate in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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