Tris(2-Ethylhexyl)Amine CAS 1860-26-0: Comprehensive User Guide
Table of Contents
1. Product Specifications & Comparative Analysis
Parameter | Tris(2-Ethylhexyl)Amine | Tri-n-octylamine (TOA) | Alamine® 336 |
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CAS Number | 1860-26-0 | 1116-76-3 | 68814-95-9 |
Molecular Formula | C24H51N | C24H51N | Mixture of C8-C10 amines |
Boiling Point (°C) | 230-235 (5 mmHg) | 365-367 | 180-220 (2 mmHg) |
Extraction Efficiency | Superior for transition metals | Moderate | High for rare earths |
Key Advantage: Exceptional thermal stability (up to 200°C) and low aqueous solubility make it ideal for high-temperature extraction processes.
2. Industrial Applications & Functional Uses
2.1 Metal Extraction & Hydrometallurgy
Used in solvent extraction systems for:
- Cobalt/nickel separation in battery recycling
- Uranium purification in nuclear fuel processing
- Rare earth element (REE) recovery
2.2 Pharmaceutical Intermediate
- Phase transfer catalyst in API synthesis
- Acid scavenger in peptide chemistry
3. Operational Guidelines & Case Examples
3.1 Optimal Extraction Conditions
Metal | Optimal pH | Extraction Efficiency | Stripping Agent |
---|---|---|---|
Co(II) | 4.5-5.5 | 98.7% | 2M H2SO4 |
Ni(II) | 5.0-6.0 | 95.2% | 3M HCl |
4. Verified Customer Implementations
Case 1: Battery Recycler (Shenzhen, China)
Challenge: Achieve >99% Co/Ni separation efficiency
Solution: 20% v/v Tris(2-Ethylhexyl)Amine in kerosene
Result: 99.3% Co purity with 92% recovery rate
Case 2: Pharmaceutical Manufacturer (Mumbai, India)
Challenge: Reduce catalyst usage in alkylation reaction
Solution: 0.5 mol% amine additive
Result: 40% reduction in palladium catalyst requirements
5. Technical Consultation & Ordering
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