Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate Production Cost Reports

The report provides a detailed analysis essential for establishing a Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate manufacturing plant. It encompasses all critical aspects necessary for Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate production, including the cost of Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate production, Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate plant cost, Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate production costs, and the overall Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate manufacturing plant cost. Additionally, the study covers specific expenditures associated with setting up and operating a Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate production plant. These encompass manufacturing processes, raw material requirements, utility requirements, infrastructure needs, machinery and technology requirements, manpower requirements, packaging requirements, transportation requirements, and more.

Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate is an organic chemical compound with applications across various industrial sectors. It is widely used as an electrolyte in supercapacitors and lithium-ion batteries to enhance their efficiency and performance. It is also utilized as a phase transfer catalyst in organic reactions to facilitate the synthesis of various compounds, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. It also finds its application as a material in the development of electrochemical sensors to provide high sensitivity and selectivity for detecting specific ions in various samples. It is also used as an electrolyte additive in capillary electrophoretic separation of polyphenols in grape seed extracts. Additionally, the compound is also used to facilitate ion exchange processes in water treatment and purification systems to remove unwanted ions efficiently. It is also used in the synthesis of conducting poly(thiophenes) and plays a significant role in the study of ionic liquids.

The demand for Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate is primarily driven by its application as a supporting electrolyte in various electrochemical processes. Its utilization as an electrolyte in the fabrication of high-performance supercapacitors and lithium-ion batteries largely boosts its demand in the energy storage industry. Its application as a phase transfer catalyst in the preparation of various chemicals like other tetrabutylammonium salts in aqueous solutions further enhances its demand in the chemical manufacturing industry. Its involvement in the production of conducting polymers and electrochemical sensors also contributes to its demand in the electronics, materials science, and chemical industries. Its usage in water treatment and purification processes to get rid of unwanted ions also fuels its demand in the water treatment industry.

The synthesis of Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate requires fluoroboric acid and tetraethylammonium chloride, among other chemicals. Therefore, industrial Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate procurement is significantly affected by the availability and cost of these raw materials, which also impact its production. Disruptions in the supply of these chemicals due to geopolitical issues or production constraints also lead to increased prices and procurement difficulties. Compliance with strict regulations for the safety, handling, and environmental impact of Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate further influences its costs and procurement strategies.

Raw Material for Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate Production

According to the Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate manufacturing plant project report, the major raw materials for Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate production include Fluoroboric Acid- Tetraethylammonium Chloride.

Manufacturing Process of Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate

The extensive Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate production cost report consists of the following industrial manufacturing process:

• Production from Lead Hydroxide: This method of production involves the synthesis of Tetraethylammonium Tetrafluoroborate in three main steps. The first step involves the process of refining industrial boric acid through multiple recrystallizations in deionized water to form 42-50% of purified boric acid. The second step involves the preparation of fluoroboric acid by reacting hydrofluoric acid with the refined boric acid in a polytetrafluoroethylene reactor at 35 degree Celsius. In the final step, the fluoroboric acid solution is reacted with tetraethylammonium chloride in butanol at 30-40 degree Celsius. Further, the resulting product undergoes concentration, crystallization, and washing with butanol. The obtained wet powder is then purified through multiple recrystallizations in ethanol, which results in the formation of high-quality tetraethylammonium tetrafluoroborate as the final product.

Tetraethylammonium tetrafluoroborate is a quaternary ammonium salt that appears as a white crystalline powder or crystals. The molecular formula of the compound is (C2H5)4NBF4, and its molecular weight is 217.06 g/mol. The melting point of the compound ranges from 150 degree Celsius to 160 degree Celsius. The compound has a density of 1.23 g/cm³ at 20 degree Celsius and is soluble in water, alcohol, and acetonitrile. It is hygroscopic and sensitive to moisture, with a LogP value of -3.5 at 20.2 degree Celsius and pH 7. It consists of a tetraethylammonium cation (C2H5)4N+ and a tetrafluoroborate anion BF4−. The compound is stable when stored below +30 degree Celsius. The salt is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and acts as an electrolyte in various applications, including lithium-ion batteries and electrochemical experiments.