English Name: Tetrabutyl titanate, n - Butyl titanate, Tetra - butyl ortho - titanate, Orthotitanic acid tetrabutyl ester, Titanium(IV) butoxide, Titanium butyrate, etc.
Alias: Tetrabutoxytitanium, Tetra - n - butyl orthotitanate, Titanium(IV) tetra - n - butoxide, etc.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Colorless to light yellow liquid.
Melting Point: Below - 55℃, it is a glassy solid.
Boiling Point: 310 - 314℃.
Flash Point: 76.7℃.
Density: Relative density 0.996.
Solubility: Soluble in most organic solutions except ketones.
Stability: Flammable and low - toxicity, decomposes in the presence of water.
Quality Standard
Appearance: Light yellow to reddish - light transparent and uniform liquid.
Refractive Index (nd20): 1.4900 - 1.4920.
Titanium Content: 13.80% - 14.00%.
Butoxy Content: 84.61% - 85.80%.
Usage: It is mainly used in transesterification reactions. It can be used as a modifier for high - strength polyester paints, an additive for high - temperature resistant coatings, a medical adhesive, a cross - linking agent, and a comprehensive reaction catalyst. It can also be used to prepare modified adhesives for metal - rubber and metal - plastic.
Packaging and Storage: Usually packed in galvanized iron drums, 200 kg per drum. Since it decomposes in the presence of water, it should be stored in a sealed and water - proof place, and be strictly protected from moisture.