Tetraethylammonium Fluoride Dihydrate
- CAS No.665-46-3
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity tetraethylammonium fluoride dihydrate (CAS 665-46-3), widely used as a phase transfer catalyst and molecular sieve templating agent in industrial chemical synthesis.
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Product Overview
Tetraethylammonium fluoride dihydrate is a quaternary ammonium salt extensively employed in organic and materials chemistry as a versatile reagent. With the chemical formula C8H24FNO2 and a molecular weight of 185.28 g/mol, this compound serves critical roles in facilitating anion transfer across immiscible phases and as a structure-directing agent in zeolite and molecular sieve synthesis.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C8H24FNO2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 185.280 g/mol |
| Appearance | Light yellow to brown solid |
| Assay (UV) | 99.3% |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥99.5% |
| Moisture (Loss on Drying) | ≤0.5% (actual: 0.2%) |
| Melting Point | 210.7–211.7 °C |
| Residue on Ignition | 0.05% |
| Heavy Metals | Complies with ≤0.001% limit |
Industrial Applications
This high-purity intermediate is primarily utilized in specialized chemical processes requiring controlled fluoride ion delivery. Key applications include:
- Acting as a phase transfer catalyst in nucleophilic substitution and deprotection reactions.
- Serving as a templating agent in the hydrothermal synthesis of microporous aluminosilicates and molecular sieves.
- Supporting advanced material fabrication in the electronics industry, particularly in etching and surface modification protocols.
Stored in a cool, well-ventilated environment, tetraethylammonium fluoride dihydrate is typically supplied in 25 kg drums or customized packaging to meet client specifications. Its consistent quality and stringent impurity control make it a reliable choice for research laboratories and large-scale industrial operations alike.
