Methyl Tributyl Ammonium Chloride (CAS#56375-79-2) is a salt compound that dissolves in water, alcohol, and ether solvents. At room temperature, it is weakly alkaline and offers strong thermal and chemical stability. Available forms typically include solid products with a purity of ≥95% and aqueous solutions with a concentration of ≥75%.
Methyl tributyl ammonium chloride Chemical Properties
| Melting point | 95-99 °C |
| Boiling point | 84-85°C 101mm |
| Density | 0,964 g/cm3 |
| Vapor pressure | 7.9 mmHg ( 25 °C) |
| Refractive index | n20/D 1.4682 |
| Fp | 84-85°C/101mm |
| Storage temp | Inert atmosphere,Room Temperature |
| Form | Clear liquid |
| Color | Light orange to Yellow to Green |
| Water Solubility | Soluble |
| Sensitive | Hygroscopic |
| BRN | 6300212 |
| LogP | -2--0.842 at 20-25℃ |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 56375-79-2(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | 1-Butanaminium, N,N-dibutyl-N-methyl-, chloride (56375-79-2) |
Methyl Tributyl Ammonium Chloride (CAS# 56375-79-2) has diverse applications across various industries. As a cationic surfactant, it serves as a wetting agent, emulsifier, and antistatic agent. It is also used as an ion exchanger in water treatment, and due to its bactericidal properties, it is effective in disinfectants and preservatives. Additionally, it functions as a catalyst in antioxidants, a metal extractant, and a phase transfer catalyst, making it crucial in sectors like chemical engineering, environmental protection, and medicine.
