Titanium Tetrabutoxide, Technical Grade, Drum

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Tetra n-Butyl Titanate (also known as Titanium Tetrabutoxide, Tetrabutyl Orthotitanate, or TNBT) is an organotitanium compound belonging to the alkoxy-titanate family. It functions as a highly reactive Lewis-acid catalyst, crosslinking agent, and condensation catalyst, and is widely used as a precursor in sol-gel chemistry for producing titanium dioxide (TiO₂) films, nanopowders, and colloidal suspensions. The compound reacts readily with alcohols, moisture, and acidic functional groups, giving it strong catalytic activity and excellent bonding ability with organic materials. It is moisture-sensitive and hydrolyzes rapidly on contact with water, forming titanium oxide/hydroxide species, which is central to its role in coatings, adhesives, and ceramic material synthesis.

Product Details

CAS Number 5593-70-4
Country Of Origin India
Chemical Structure Chemical Structure
Chemical Formula Ti(OC4H9)4
Product/Industry Category Coatings & Adhesive Ingredients: Additives & Pigments, Coatings, Adhesives And Sealants, Pharmaceutical Excipients, Catalysts, Catalysts, Speciality Coating, Plastic Additives
Applications Used extensively as a transesterification and esterification catalyst in resin and polyester manufacturing; as a crosslinking agent in heat-resistant coatings and paints (stable up to ~500°C).

Specifications

Color Colourless
Form Liquid
Appearance Clear
Grade Technical
Odor Mild
Boiling Point 310-314 °C (590-597 °F)
Melting Point -40 °C (-40 °F)
Flash Point 47 °C (117 °F)
Prohibited Uses Not permitted for use in food, beverage, or direct food-contact applications. Prohibited in pharmaceutical formulations intended for internal/oral use and in cosmetic products applied near the eyes or on broken skin.

Technical Data

Molecular Weight 340.32 g/mol

Safety Information

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Packaging & Storage

Packing Options Drum
Storage Conditions Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from heat, sparks, open flames, and direct sunlight