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Tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate

SKU 26809718 CAS 87749-50-6 [CH3(CH2)3]4NF · 3H2O MW 315.51 In stock Bulk quantities on request

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Tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate is a water-soluble fluorinating agent used in organic synthesis, particularly for desilylation and other fluoride-mediated reactions. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 315.51 g/mol, CAS number 87749-50-6, and is stable at ambient storage conditions. Hazard classification includes the signal word Danger. 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 crystalline powder
Water ≤ 21.0%
Ash ≤ 3.0%
Assay ≥ 97.0%

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Transport Class 8
Packing Group III
Acidity Neutral

Identification

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SKU 26809718
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

Danger
  • GHS pictogram — Corrosive Corrosive GHS05
  • GHS pictogram — Health Hazard Health Hazard GHS07
  • GHS pictogram — Serious Health Hazard 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

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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 used for?

It is primarily used as a fluoride source in organic synthesis, particularly for desilylation reactions and as a phase-transfer catalyst.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?

The formula is [CH3(CH2)3]4NF · 3H2O with a molecular weight of 315.51 g/mol.

How should tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and air.

What grade is available?

Available in reagent grade; specific purity details are provided upon request.

Can Molekula supply it in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.

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