Trioctylamine (CAS 1116-76-3) Technical Guide
Table of Contents
1. Product Overview & Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Comparison with Alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| CAS Number | 1116-76-3 | Unique identifier for regulatory compliance |
| Molecular Formula | C24H51N | Higher molecular weight vs. similar amines (e.g., Triethylamine: 101.19 g/mol) |
| Appearance | Colorless viscous liquid | Superior purity (97%+) compared to technical-grade alternatives |
| Boiling Point | 164–168°C at 0.7 mmHg 367°C at atmospheric pressure |
Higher thermal stability than short-chain amines |
| Solubility | Miscible with chloroform, limited water solubility | Enhanced organic phase separation efficiency |
2. Key Applications & Industrial Uses
Core Functional Advantages:
- Metal Ion Extraction: Selective recovery of Cu, Ni, Co, and rare earth elements with >95% efficiency in optimized pH conditions
- Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical reagent in cephalosporin antibiotic synthesis
- Industrial Surfactant: Reduces surface tension to 28–32 mN/m in lubricant formulations
- Anti-Foaming Agent: Reduces foam density by 60–75% in wastewater treatment systems
3. Operational Case Studies
Case 1: Rare Earth Element Recovery
Challenge: Separation of neodymium (Nd) from iron impurities in recycled magnets
Solution: 0.5M Trioctylamine in kerosene at pH 3.2 achieved 98.7% Nd extraction
Outcome: 99.2% pure Nd2O3 product meeting battery-grade specifications
Case 2: Pharmaceutical Synthesis
Challenge: Low yield (48%) in cefazolin intermediate purification
Solution: Phase-transfer catalysis using 2% Trioctylamine
Outcome: Yield increased to 82% with API purity >99.5%
4. Client Success Stories
Client A: Battery Materials Producer
“Trioctylamine enabled 40% cost reduction in cobalt recovery from lithium-ion battery scrap through:
– 22% higher extraction selectivity vs. traditional amines
– 15% lower solvent losses per cycle
ROI achieved in 8 months with 3,500 MT annual processing capacity.”
Client B: Specialty Chemical Manufacturer
“Implementing Trioctylamine in our catalyst recovery system resulted in:
– 92% palladium recovery efficiency
– 60% reduction in noble metal procurement costs
– Compliance with ISO 14001 environmental standards”
5. Request a Customized Quote
Optimize your process with technical-grade Trioctylamine tailored to your requirements:
– Bulk quantities (160kg drums to ISO tank shipments)
– Custom purity profiles (97–99.9%)
– Technical support from extraction chemistry experts
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