Tetrabutylammonium iodide

Name: Tetrabutylammonium iodide
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-045627

About Tetrabutylammonium iodide

Tetrabutylammonium iodide is a phase transfer catalyst carrying the CAS registry number 311-28-4. The compound has the formula C16H36IN, corresponding to a molecular weight of 369.37 g/mol. Systematically, it is named tetrabutylazanium iodide. Common synonyms include 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, iodide (1:1) and 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, iodide.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span phase-transfer catalysis, biphasic reactions and ion-pair extraction. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Tetrabutylammonium iodide in 25 g, 100 g and 1000 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Phase-transfer catalysis
Biphasic reactions
Ion-pair extraction

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Tetrabutylammonium iodide
Catalogue No.	VQ-045627
CAS Number	311-28-4
IUPAC name	tetrabutylazanium iodide
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₃₆IN
Molecular weight	369.37 g/mol
Exact mass	369.1893
HSN code	29239000
InChIKey	DPKBAXPHAYBPRL-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	CCCC[N+](CCCC)(CCCC)CCCC.[I-]
PubChem CID	67553

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, iodide (1:1), 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, iodide, Tetra-n-butylammonium iodide, Tetra-N-butylammoniumjodid, N,N,N-Tributyl-1-butanaminium iodide, terabutylammonium iodide, tetrabutylamonium iodide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 311-28-4

AR

Tetrabutylammonium iodide, GR 99%+

CAS: 311-28-4
Formula: C₁₆H₃₆IN
MW: 369.37 g/mol

VQ-001370

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Tetrabutylammonium iodide?

The CAS Registry Number of Tetrabutylammonium iodide is 311-28-4. It is also known as 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, iodide (1:1), 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, iodide, Tetra-n-butylammonium iodide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tetrabutylammonium iodide?

Tetrabutylammonium iodide has the molecular formula C16H36IN and a molecular weight of 369.37 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is tetrabutylazanium iodide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Tetrabutylammonium iodide can I order?

We supply Tetrabutylammonium iodide, in 25 g, 100 g, 1000 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Tetrabutylammonium iodide?

Yes. Every lot of Tetrabutylammonium iodide is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Tetrabutylammonium iodide be shipped internationally?

Yes. Tetrabutylammonium iodide is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.