N,N,N-Tributyl-1-butanaminium Nitrate

Product Overview

N,N,N-Tributyl-1-butanaminium nitrate, commonly known as tetrabutylammonium nitrate, is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt with the molecular formula C₁₆H₃₆N₂O₃ and a molecular weight of 304.47 g/mol. This compound appears as a white to light yellow crystalline powder and exhibits excellent solubility in polar organic solvents, making it highly effective in facilitating ion transfer across immiscible phases.

Specifications

Industrial Applications

This quaternary ammonium nitrate salt serves primarily as a phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) in a wide range of organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitutions, oxidations, and esterifications. Its ability to shuttle anions into organic media enhances reaction rates, selectivity, and yields under mild conditions. It is particularly valued in fine chemical and pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis where efficient interfacial reactivity is critical.

As part of our extensive portfolio of over 200 quaternary ammonium compounds, this product aligns with our core R&D focus on specialty surfactants and functional intermediates for oilfield chemicals, agrochemical emulsifiers, and tailored formulations for personal care and disinfection applications.

• Enables efficient anion transport in biphasic systems
• Supports greener synthetic protocols with reduced solvent use
• Compatible with scalable industrial manufacturing processes
• Available in bulk quantities with full documentation (COA, MSDS)

Stored in a cool, well-ventilated area away from moisture and incompatible materials, N,N,N-Tributyl-1-butanaminium nitrate is supplied in standard 25 kg drums or customized packaging upon request to meet diverse logistical and regulatory requirements worldwide.