Description and features
CatOnium TBAB (Tetrabutylammonium Bromide) is a white powder with the chemical formula C16H36BrN. As a quaternary ammonium salt, TBAB serves as one of the most widely used phase transfer catalysts. It finds applications in various fields, including pharmaceuticals, herbicides, polymers, powder coatings, and zeolites. Moreover, this material is highly soluble in water and methanol, enhancing its usability.
Furthermore, known as TBAB, IPC-TBA, and N,N,N-tributylbutan-1-aminium bromide, Tetrabutylammonium Bromide proves to be versatile and effective across numerous industries.
Availability
Europe and United States: CatOnium TBAB is in stock in our local warehouses. Our lead time is about one week if delivered in 25 KG fiber drums.
We can also serve Canada, South America, South Africa, and other markets. Please contact our sales department for more details.
This product (CAS: 1643-19-2) has been registered (FULL SUBSTANCE) under REACH (EC) 1907/2006.
Product Identification
| CAS number | 1643-19-2 |
| EC numer: | 216-699-2 |
| HS code: | 2923 90 00 |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Specification
| Appearance | White to off white crystalline powder |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0 % |
| Melting point | 100 – 104 °C |
| Water content (by KF) | ≤0.50 % |
| Amine and amine salt | ≤0.50 % |
Application
CatOnium TBAB (Tetrabutylammonium Bromide) is being used in: (powder) coatings, (fluoro)elastomers, herbicides, (powder coating) resins, and zeolites.
Packaging
Available packaging: 20 / 25 KG fiber drums.
Special packaging is available on request.
Storage
Store tetrabutylammonium bromide in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Additionally, keep CatOnium TBAB away from heat sources and oxidizing agents to maintain safety and prevent potential hazards.
MSDS
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available for CatOnium TBAB and all other products supplied by Vesta Chemicals BV.
An MSDS outlines the hazards of a product and explains how to handle, use, and store the product safely. Besides it provides important regulatory and emergency response information for the purchased product.
Molecular and structural information
| Molecular formula | C16H36BrN |
| Molecular weight | 322.37 g/mol |
| Smiles notation | [Br-].CCCC[N+](CCCC)(CCCC)CCCC |
| InChi key | JRMUNVKIHCOMHV-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| Structural formula |  |
Physicochemical information
| Bulk density | 644 kg/m3 (35 ºC) |
| Flash point | 100 ºC @ 960 hPa |
| Melting point | 96.70 ºC @ 960 hPa |
| Partition coefficient (log Pow) | 1.7115 |
| pH value | 6.48 @ 30 ºC |
| Solubility in methanol | 100% @ 35ºC |
| Solubility in water | 1000 g/l @ 35ºC |
| Vapour pressure | 0.000000000796 mm Hg |