Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide | 2052-49-5
Cas No :
2052-49-5
Form :
Liquid
Molecular Weight :
259.48 G/mol
Molecular Formula :
C16H37NO
Boiling Point :
260 °c
Melting Point :
68 °c
Flash Point :
180 °c
Solubility :
Highly Soluble In Water
Description :
Overview of Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide
Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide (TBAOH) is a powerful organic base and quaternary ammonium reagent widely used in phase-transfer catalysis, polymer chemistry, organic synthesis, coatings, and semiconductor processing. Available in both solid form and aqueous/methanol solutions, it offers excellent solubility, strong reactivity, and superior catalytic performance.
Known for enabling clean reactions, high conversions, and selective transformations, Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide plays a crucial role in advanced research, production of specialty chemicals, and high-tech manufacturing.
On ChemicalBull, related products such as Tetrabutylammonium Chloride, Sodium Tert-Butoxide, Cyclohexene Oxide, and Diisobutylamine
Applications of Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide
Organic Synthesis
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Acts as a strong organic base
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Useful for elimination, substitution & condensation reactions
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Helps generate reactive intermediates (enolates, alkoxides)
Polymer Chemistry
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Used in polymer modification and curing reactions
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Facilitates production of specialty resins & functional polymers
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Widely used in epoxy curing and silicone chemistry
Phase-Transfer Catalysis
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Enhances reaction efficiency between organic & aqueous phases
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Improves reaction rates & selectivity
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Suitable for industrial two-phase organic transformations
Coatings & Advanced Materials
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Used in semiconductor manufacturing and microfabrication
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Helps in surface treatment and formulation of functional coatings
Laboratory & Industrial Applications
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Used in titrations, pH control & catalyst activation
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Essential in research labs for organic synthesis routes
Safety & Handling Guidelines
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Highly corrosive; avoid skin & eye contact
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Use gloves, goggles, mask & proper ventilation
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Store away from heat, acids & moisture-sensitive chemicals
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Keep container tightly sealed
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Refer to MSDS for full hazard, PPE & spill-response details
Where to Buy Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide?
Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide Manufacturer
Available in high-purity, research-grade & industrial-grade quality.
Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide Supplier & Exporter
ChemicalBull provides TBAOH with:
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COA & MSDS
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Secure HDPE/Glass packing
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Methanol or aqueous solution options
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Global export documentation
Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide MSDS
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Chemical identity & physical data
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Stability, reactivity & hazards
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Storage guidelines
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Toxicology & PPE requirements
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide used for?
It is used as a strong organic base, catalyst, and polymer chemistry reagent. -
Do you supply Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide in aqueous or methanol solution?
Yes, we supply 40% aqueous solution, 25% in methanol, and custom concentrations. -
Is Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide corrosive?
Yes, it is highly corrosive and must be handled with proper PPE. -
Is it suitable for semiconductor applications?
Yes, high-purity Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide is used in microelectronics & surface treatment. -
Do you provide bulk industrial-grade Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide?
Yes, ChemicalBull supplies bulk, lab-grade & industrial-grade material with COA & MSDS.
ChemicalBull supplies Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide across India, serving customers in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal, as well as the Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry. We serve pharmaceutical, chemical, research, academic, laboratory, manufacturing, and industrial customers with reliable nationwide delivery.