ID: 2650

Product Description: Tetrabutylammonium Iodide

Synonym: Tetrabutylazanium;iodide

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CAS Number: 311-28-4

EC Number: 206-220-5

MDL: MFCD00011636

Beilstein: 3916152

MF: C16H36IN

MW: 369.37

MOQ: 5kg

Minimum Purity: 98%

Pubchem: 67553

InChi Key: DPKBAXPHAYBPRL-UHFFFAOYSA-M

InChi: 1S/C16H36N.HI/c1-5-9-13-17(14-10-6-2,15-11-7-3)16-12-8-4;/h5-16H2,1-4H3;1H/q+1;/p-1

SMILES: [I-].CCCC[N+](CCCC)(CCCC)CCCC

Tetrabutylammonium Iodide

Iofina is proud to offer high-quality tetrabutylammonium iodide to customers across the globe, supporting advanced research, synthesis and manufacturing in a wide array of industries. Our expertise in halogen-based compounds, with our reliable global supply and technical support, makes us a trusted source for specialty chemicals ranging from laboratory to large-scale use.

What Is Tetrabutylammonium Iodide?

Tetrabutylammonium iodide, also known as tetra-n-butylammonium iodide, is an ammonium salt, comprised of a bulky tetrabutylammonium cation and an iodide anion. It is often identifiable as a white to off-white crystalline powder that is easily soluble in water, acetonitrile and many organic solvents. This salt is known for its thermal stability and compatibility across diverse chemical environments. TBAI is widely recognized as a phase-transfer catalyst and reagent in organic chemistry, where it enables a variety of efficient and selective transformations.

Tetrabutylammonium Iodide Applications

This compound’s unique ionic structure provides excellent solubility in polar and non-polar media, making it particularly attractive for catalytic and synthetic applications. Tetrabutylammonium iodide’s versatility and ease of use make it a critical reagent in academic, industrial and pharmaceutical laboratories. Common applications include:

Cornerstone chemical reagent: Teams often use tetrabutylammonium iodide as a common phase-transfer catalyst to facilitate reactions between otherwise immiscible reagents by transferring ions from one phase to another and dramatically improving reaction rates and yields. This property is invaluable in multi-phase organic syntheses, including alkylations, oxidations and nucleophilic substitutions.
Synthetic transformations: In pharmaceutical and fine chemical production, TBAI can drive key synthetic transformations, including the preparation of organoiodides and various heterocyclic compounds. Its presence can enhance selectivity and efficiency in complex synthetic pathways, streamlining drug discovery and production processes.
Materials science and electrochemistry: In battery research, ionic liquid development and the creation of advanced polymeric and nanomaterials, TBAI helps optimize performance through its role as a dopant, supporting ion transport and stability. Its influence extends to catalysis, extraction processes and analytical chemistry, where the need for efficient and predictable ion exchange is crucial.

About Iofina

At Iofina, we combine decades of experience in halogen chemistry with a commitment to delivering superior quality and customer-focused support. Renowned for our innovative and environmentally conscious iodine extraction processes, we provide an extensive portfolio of iodine-based compounds and specialty chemicals, including tetrabutylammonium iodide, to meet the evolving needs of researchers and manufacturers worldwide.

Through robust quality control measures, ongoing investment in research and development and a culture of partnership, Iofina ensures that our products consistently adhere to the highest standards of purity, reliability and regulatory compliance. We understand the unique challenges our customers face in the chemical sciences and continually deliver integrated solutions for each project.