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Tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate
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Tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate is a quaternary ammonium salt widely used as a fluoride ion source in organic synthesis, phase-transfer catalysis, and silicon-based etching processes. It is a hygroscopic solid that dissolves readily in polar solvents like water and alcohols. Catalogue details: CAS 87749-50-6, molecular formula [CH3(CH2)3]4NF · 3H2O, molecular weight 315.51 g/mol, stored at ambient conditions. Molekula supplies Tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white crystalline powder or crystals, may contain lumps |
| Assay | Min 98% |
| Water (KF) | 14.00 - 19.00% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90027447 |
| CAS Number | 87749-50-6 |
| IUPAC Name | tetrabutylazanium;fluoride;trihydrate |
| Molecular Formula | [CH3(CH2)3]4NF · 3H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 315.51 |
| Exact Mass | 315.3149 |
| SMILES | CCCC[N+](CCCC)(CCCC)CCCC.O.O.O.[F-] |
| InChIKey | VEPTXBCIDSFGBF-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H36N.FH.3H2O/c1-5-9-13-17(14-10-6-2,15-11-7-3)16-12-8-4;;;;/h5-16H2,1-4H3;1H;3*1H2/q+1;;;;/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 11726816 |
| UN Number | UN1759 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29239000 |
| Tariff Code | 2923900090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1C) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- 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
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, fluoride, trihydrate
- Bu4NF.3H2O
- nBu4NF.3H2O
- tetra-n-butylammonium fluoride hydrate
- tetra-n-butylammonium fluoride trihydrate
- Tetra(but-1-yl)ammonium fluoride trihydrate
- tetrabutyl ammonium fluride trihydrate
- tetrabutylammoniumfluorid trihydrate
- tetrabutylazanium trihydrate fluoride
- tetrabutylazanium;fluoride;trihydrate
Frequently asked questions
What is tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate commonly used for?
It is primarily used as a soluble fluoride ion source in organic synthesis, chiefly for removing silyl protecting groups (desilylation, e.g. cleavage of TBS/TBDMS ethers), and also as a fluoride base and fluorinating reagent.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this compound?
The formula is [CH3(CH2)3]4NF · 3H2O, and the molecular weight is 315.51 g/mol.
How should tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grades or purities are available for this product?
Molekula supplies this compound in technical grade and reagent grade purities, depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (e.g., 5 kg, 25 kg, and larger) for industrial and research-scale applications.
What documentation is provided with an order of this chemical?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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