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Benzyltrimethylammonium hydroxide, 40% w/w in methanol
Description
Benzyltrimethylammonium hydroxide is used as a phase-transfer catalyst. It is also used in aldol condensation reactions and base-catalyzed dehydration reactions. Further, it serves as a strong organic base and used in Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons olefination reactions. In addition, it is an active component in the formulation, which is used in silicon wafer cleaning applications.
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Benzyltrimethylammonium hydroxide is used as a phase-transfer catalyst. It is also used in aldol condensation reactions and base-catalyzed dehydration reactions. Further, it serves as a strong organic base and used in Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons olefination reactions. In addition, it is an active component in the formulation, which is used in silicon wafer cleaning applications.
Solubility
Miscible with water, hydrocarbons, aromatic hydrocarbons and halogenated solvents.
Notes
Air Sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Density | 0.92 |
| Boiling Point | 65°C |
| Flash Point | 15°C (59°F) |
| Odor | Ammonia-like |
| Linear Formula | C6H5CH2N(CH3)3OH |
| Refractive Index | 1.427 |
| Quantity | 100 mL |
| UN Number | UN2924 |
| Beilstein | 3917256 |
| Sensitivity | Air Sensitive |
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