Tetraethylammonium Bromide (CAS 71-91-0): Comprehensive User Guide
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1. Product Overview & Specifications
Tetraethylammonium bromide (TEAB) (CAS 71-91-0) is a quaternary ammonium salt widely used in organic synthesis, electrochemical research, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Below are its key specifications:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Tetraethylammonium bromide |
| CAS Number | 71-91-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H20BrN |
| Molecular Weight | 210.16 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Purity | ≥98% |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water, ethanol, and acetone |
Comparative Analysis
| Parameter | TEAB | Tetrabutylammonium bromide |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 210.16 | 322.37 |
| Solubility in Water | High | Moderate |
| Common Applications | Phase-transfer catalysis, ion channel studies | Organic synthesis, surfactants |
2. Key Applications & Use Cases
2.1 Organic Synthesis
TEAB serves as a phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) in nucleophilic substitution reactions, enhancing reaction rates in biphasic systems. Example reactions include:
- Alkylation of carboxylic acids
- Synthesis of crown ethers
2.2 Electrochemical Research
Used as an electrolyte additive in non-aqueous batteries and supercapacitors to improve ionic conductivity.
2.3 Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Critical intermediate in producing anticholinergic drugs and ion channel modulators.
3. Industry Case Studies
3.1 ABC Pharmaceuticals (Germany)
Challenge: Low yield in rivastigmine intermediate synthesis.
Solution: TEAB increased reaction efficiency by 40% as a PTC.
Result: Reduced production costs by $220,000 annually.
3.2 DEF Materials Science Lab (USA)
Challenge: Unstable conductivity in lithium-ion battery prototypes.
Solution: 0.5% TEAB electrolyte additive implementation.
Result: Achieved consistent 15% conductivity improvement.
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