Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide (~50% in water)

• CAT Number: R024314
• CAS Number: 2052-49-5
• Molecular Formula: C16H37NO
• Molecular Weight: 259.47
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: N,N,N-Tributyl-1-butanaminium Hydroxide; Tetrabutyl-amonium Hydroxide; ?Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide; TBAH 40; Tetra-n-butylammonium Hydroxide
• Storage: Room temperature
• IUPAC Name: tetrabutylazanium;hydroxide
• InChI: InChI=1S/C16H36N.H2O/c1-5-9-13-17(14-10-6-2,15-11-7-3)16-12-8-4;/h5-16H2,1-4H3;1H2/q+1;/p-1
• InChIKey: VDZOOKBUILJEDG-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• SMILES: CCCC[N+](CCCC)(CCCC)CCCC.[OH-]

Tetrabutylammonium hydroxide（Cat No.:R024314）, is a strong base and phase transfer catalyst commonly used in organic synthesis and chemical research. It serves as an efficient reagent for various reactions, such as the Williamson ether synthesis and quaternization of amines. This compound’s high solubility in organic solvents and water makes it valuable for facilitating reactions that involve both aqueous and organic phases. Tetrabutylammonium hydroxide is a versatile tool in the hands of chemists, enabling the synthesis of a wide range of organic compounds and the development of new chemical processes.