1. Product Overview & Specifications

Benzyltriethylammonium Hydroxide (CAS 1836-42-6) is a quaternary ammonium compound widely used as a phase-transfer catalyst and base in organic synthesis. Below are its key parameters:

Comparative Analysis

2. Key Applications & Uses

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis: Accelerates reactions between immiscible phases in alkylation, oxidation, and polymerization.
• Organic Synthesis: Facilitates esterifications, saponifications, and elimination reactions.
• Surface Modification: Enhances wettability of polymers and metals.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used in ion-pair chromatography for separating polar compounds.

3. Usage Guidelines & Best Practices

1. Always store at 2-8°C in airtight containers to prevent CO₂ absorption.
2. Use glass or PTFE equipment; avoid metals like aluminum.
3. Optimal concentration: 0.1-5 mol% relative to substrates.
4. Neutralize with dilute HCl after reactions to avoid alkaline residues.

4. Case Studies

Case 1: Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis

A European pharma company used 0.3 mol% Benzyltriethylammonium Hydroxide to boost yield in a Grignard reaction from 62% to 89%, reducing reaction time by 40%.

Case 2: Polymer Modification

A polymer manufacturer achieved 98% surface functionalization of polyethylene films at 80°C using 2% catalyst solution, enabling superior dye adhesion.

5. Client Success Stories

Client A: ChemTech Solutions (USA)

ChemTech reported a 30% cost reduction in producing epoxy hardeners after switching to our catalyst, with batch consistency improving from ±5% to ±1.2%.

Client B: GreenPharma Co. (Germany)

GreenPharma eliminated toxic solvents in API synthesis using our product, achieving REACH compliance while maintaining 95% reaction efficiency.

6. Request a Quote

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