Aliquat 336 (Starks’ catalyst) is a quaternary ammonium salt used as a phase transfer catalyst and metal extraction reagent. It contains a mixture of C8 (octyl) and C10 (decyl) chains with C8 predominating. It is an ionic liquid.
Product Specifications
Appearance | Density | Melting point | Boiling point |
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Colourless viscous liquid | 0.884 g/cm3 | −20 °C (−4 °F; 253 K) | 225 °C (437 °F; 498 K) |