Tetrabutylammonium hydroxide (2052-49-5)

Identification
Name:	Tetrabutylammonium hydroxide
Synonyms:	Tetra-n-butylammonium hydroxide; Tetranbutylammoniumhydroxidesolninmethanol; TETRABUTYLAMM.HYDR.IN METHANOL
CAS:	2052-49-5
EINECS:	218-147-6
Molecular Formula:	C16H36N?OH
Molecular Weight:	259.47
InChI:	InChI=1/C16H36N.H2O/c1-5-9-13-17(14-10-6-2,15-11-7-3)16-12-8-4;/h5-16H2,1-4H3;1H2/q+1;/p-1
Molecular Structure:
Properties
Transport:	UN 1719/2924
Density:	0.83
Stability:	Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Absorbs carbon dioxide from the air.
Refractive index:	1.4
Appearance:	Aqueous solution
Specification:	General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing Media: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.? Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Use only in a chemical fume hood. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.
Report:	Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.
Packinggroup:	II
HS Code:	29239000
Sensitive:	Air Sensitive/Hygroscopic
Usage:	A strong base that is used often under phase-transfer conditions to effect alkylations and deprotonations. .
Safety Data
Hazard Symbols	C:Corrosive