INTRODUCTION
Tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate (TBAF trihydrate) is a hygroscopic solid and is a versatile reagent in many chemical reactions. It us usually consumed in aldol-type condensation, Michael-type, and ring opening reactions.
Manufacture
TBAF trihydrate is produced by reaction of aqueous hydrogen fluoride with aqueous solution of tetrabutylammonium bromide over an Amberlite resin.
Synonyms | Tetrabutylazanium fluoride trihydrate TBAF trihydrate |
CAS no. | 87749-50-6 |
EINECS no. | 207-057-2 |
Molecular formula | C16H36NF. 3H2O |
Molecular weight | 315.51 |
Structure | ![]() |
Applications
The quaternary ammonium salt has many applications such as: |
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phase transfer catalyst |
mild base in organic reactions |
source of fluoride anion in organic solvents |
reactant in synthesis of cellulose derivatives, lipophilic peptides, and in dehydrobromination reactions |
deprotecting agent to remove silyl ether protecting group |
It also plays an important in conversion of O-silylated enolates into carbonyl compounds in presence of DMSO. |
SPECIFICATIONS
Test | Unit | Specification |
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Appearance | – | White to slight yellow solid small lumps |
Water by KF | % | 14.00 – 19.00 |
Assay by titration | % | Min 98.0 |
STORAGE
Stored at ambient temperature.
PACKING
25 kg HDPE drum.
REACH Status
Not registered yet.
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