665-49-6

Basic information

• Product Name: TETRAETHYLPHOSPHONIUM TETRAFLUOROBORATE
• Synonyms: TETRAETHYLPHOSPHONIUM TETRAFLUOROBORATE;HISHICOLIN PX-2FB;Tetraethylphosphonium fluoborate
• CAS NO: 665-49-6
• Molecular Formula: C8H20BF4P
• Molecular Weight: 234.02
• Product Categories: Phosphonium Salts;B (Classes of Boron Compounds);Phosphonium Compounds;Tetrafluoroborates;Greener Alternatives: Catalysis;Phase Transfer Catalysts;Phosphonium Salts
• Mol File: 665-49-6.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 300-302 °C
• Appearance: /
• Water Solubility: Slightly soluble in water
• CAS DataBase Reference: TETRAETHYLPHOSPHONIUM TETRAFLUOROBORATE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: TETRAETHYLPHOSPHONIUM TETRAFLUOROBORATE(665-49-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: TETRAETHYLPHOSPHONIUM TETRAFLUOROBORATE(665-49-6)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi
• Statements: 36/37/38
• Safety Statements: 26
• RIDADR: UN 1759 8/PG III
• WGK Germany: 3
• F: 10
• HazardClass: 8
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 665-49-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Tetraethylphosphonium tetrafluoroborate is a chemical compound with the formula (C2H5)4PBF4. It is a quaternary phosphonium salt, containing phosphorus, boron, and fluorine atoms. TETRAETHYLPHOSPHONIUM TETRAFLUOROBORATE is commonly used as a non-aqueous phase transfer catalyst in organic synthesis and as an electrolyte for lithium batteries. It is also used as a reagent in the preparation of other chemicals and in electrochemical and analytical applications. Due to its relatively high stability and low toxicity, tetraethylphosphonium tetrafluoroborate is considered a useful and versatile compound in various chemical and industrial processes.