High-Purity Triisobutylaluminum (TIBA) For Polymerization & Advanced Chemical Synthesis

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Triisobutylaluminum(TIBA)

Advanced Organoaluminum Reagent for Polyolefin Catalysis & Precision Synthesis

Parameter
Specification

Chemical Name

Triisobutylaluminum

CAS Number

100-99-2

Molecular Formula

Al(C₄H₉)₃

Molecular Weight

213.36 g/mol

Purity

≥98.0%

Appearance

Colorless to light yellow transparent liquid

HIGH THERMAL STABILITY

CONSISTENT SUPPLY CHAIN

FLEXIBLE PACKAGING OPTIONS

High-Purity Triisobutylaluminum

Reliable Alkylating Agent for Advanced Catalyst Systems

TUODA’s Triisobutylaluminum (TIBA) is a highly reactive organoaluminum compound engineered for precision alkylation and catalyst activation. With consistent purity above 98% and low impurity levels, TIBA is ideal for high-performance polymerization, fine chemical synthesis, and pharmaceutical applications.

Triisobutylaluminum (TIBA) CAS 100-99-2 is widely used in the olefin polymerization, Ziegler-Natta catalyst systems, and various organic transformations. Its ability to serve as a strong alkyl donor while maintaining reactivity under inert conditions makes it essential in both industrial-scale and laboratory-scale synthesis.

Backed by over 10 years of expertise in organometallic chemistry, TUODA delivers strict batch control, low residual impurity, and excellent thermal stability. Produced in GMP-compliant facilities, our TIBA is refined through multi-step purification and securely packed under inert gas to meet international shipping and safety standards.

Product Specifications

Industry-Leading Quality Parameters for Triisobutylaluminum

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula: Al(C₄H₉)₃
Molecular Weight: 213.36 g/mol
Purity: ≥98.0%
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Density: 0.820 g/cm³ at 25°C

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 175–185°C (approximate range)
Melting Point: Not applicable (liquid at ambient temp)
Flash Point: 30°C (closed cup)
Viscosity: Low viscosity
Solubility: Reacts violently with water; soluble in aliphatic solvents like hexane and heptane

Packaging & Storage

Available Sizes: 100g, 500g, 1kg, 5kg
Container Type: Sealed stainless steel or glass ampoules
Storage Temp: −10°C to +25°C
Shelf Life: 12–18 months
Handling: Must be stored under nitrogen or argon; avoid exposure to air and moisture

All specifications are validated through advanced QA systems and tested for consistency. Customized packaging and COA/SDS/TDS documentation are available upon request.

Core Advantages

Why TUODA’s Triisobutylaluminum (TIBA) Sets the Industry Standard

Ultra-High Purity

Industry-grade TIBA with ≥98.0% purity ensures minimized contamination risks and maximum reliability in catalytic and alkylation applications.

Enhanced Stability

TUODA’s TIBA is stabilized under inert gas with specialized packaging to maintain its full reactivity and safety throughout storage and transport.

Superior Performance

TIBA delivers strong alkylating power and catalytic activation across a wide temperature and reaction range.

Expert Technical Support

With decades of organometallic experience, TUODA provides hands-on technical support and documentation to help you optimize TIBA in your workflows.

Experience the proven difference that high-purity TIBA brings to your advanced synthesis and catalyst programs.

Application Areas

Triisobutylaluminum (TIBA)'s Versatile Role in Modern Industrial Processes

Polymerization Catalysis

Primary application as co-catalyst in olefin polymerization, providing superior stereoregularity and enhancing catalyst efficiency.

Alkylation Processes

Used in various alkylation reactions as a powerful alkylating agent with high selectivity and improved steric control.

Pharmaceutical Synthesis

Facilitates complex transformations in pharmaceutical intermediates with enhanced regioselectivity due to steric bulk.

Fine Chemical Production

Acts as a sterically hindered alkylating agent and reducing agent in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and intermediates.

Catalyst Modification

Utilized in catalyst preparation and activation, particularly for metallocene and post-metallocene catalyst systems.

Research & Development

Essential reagent in academic and industrial research for developing novel catalytic systems with enhanced steric properties.

Polymerization Catalysis

TIBA in Polymerization Catalysis

Triisobutylaluminum (TIBA) plays a crucial role in modern polymerization processes, particularly in the production of polyolefins with enhanced stereoregularity and controlled microstructure.

Key Benefits in Polymerization:

  • Superior activation of metallocene and post-metallocene catalysts
  • Enhanced isotacticity in polypropylene production
  • Effective scavenger for catalyst poisons
  • Improved control over polymer molecular weight

Our high-purity TIBA offers improved steric bulk compared to TEA, resulting in polymers with enhanced stereoregularity and superior mechanical properties.

Case Study: Polypropylene Quality Enhancement

A leading polypropylene manufacturer switched from TEA to TUODA's TIBA and achieved a 28% increase in isotactic index and 15% improvement in polymer crystallinity, significantly enhancing product performance.

Alkylation Processes

TIBA in Alkylation Processes

Triisobutylaluminum is a powerful alkylating agent with enhanced steric properties, making it ideal for selective alkylation reactions where steric control is critical.

Applications in Alkylation:

  • Regioselective alkylation of complex organic substrates
  • Preparation of sterically hindered organometallic compounds
  • Selective functionalization of heterocyclic compounds
  • Synthesis of bulky ligands for catalytic systems

Our ultra-high purity TIBA delivers consistent reactivity with enhanced steric control compared to less hindered organoaluminum compounds, enabling more selective transformations.

Case Study: Specialty Monomer Synthesis

A specialty chemical manufacturer utilized our TIBA in their synthesis of a hindered monomer, achieving 95% regioselectivity compared to only 70% with conventional alkylating agents, dramatically improving product purity.

Pharmaceutical Synthesis

TIBA in Pharmaceutical Synthesis

Triisobutylaluminum serves as a valuable reagent in pharmaceutical synthesis, enabling complex transformations with enhanced regioselectivity due to its steric bulk.

Pharmaceutical Applications:

  • Sterically controlled additions to carbonyl compounds
  • Regioselective ring-opening reactions
  • Selective reduction of complex functional groups
  • Preparation of sterically hindered pharmaceutical intermediates

Our pharmaceutical-grade TIBA is produced under strict quality control, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency critical for validated pharmaceutical processes.

Case Study: Steroidal Drug Intermediate

A pharmaceutical company implemented our TIBA in their synthesis pathway for a steroidal drug intermediate, achieving 92% regioselectivity in a critical alkylation step where other reagents had failed to provide acceptable selectivity.

Fine Chemical Production

TIBA in Fine Chemical Production

Triisobutylaluminum is extensively used in fine chemical synthesis as a sterically hindered alkylating and reducing agent for various transformations requiring high selectivity.

Applications in Fine Chemicals:

  • Synthesis of branched organometallic intermediates
  • Production of specialty monomers with controlled branching
  • Preparation of hindered alcohols and amines
  • Selective transformations in multi-step syntheses

Our TIBA provides consistent reactivity with enhanced steric control, critical factors in the production of high-value fine chemicals with precise specifications.

Case Study: Fragrance Intermediate Synthesis

A leading fragrance manufacturer implemented our TIBA in their synthesis of a key branched intermediate, achieving 99.2% purity and reducing the formation of linear isomers by 85% compared to conventional methods.

Catalyst Modification

TIBA in Catalyst Modification

Triisobutylaluminum plays important roles in catalyst preparation and activation, particularly for advanced metallocene and post-metallocene catalyst systems.

Catalyst Applications:

  • Activation of sterically hindered metallocene catalysts
  • Preparation of supported single-site catalysts
  • Modification of heterogeneous catalyst surfaces
  • Enhancement of catalyst stability and lifetime

Our industrial-grade TIBA delivers reliable performance in catalyst preparation, with the steric bulk and reactivity required for advanced catalyst systems.

Case Study: Advanced Metallocene Catalyst

A specialty catalyst manufacturer utilized our TIBA in their advanced metallocene catalyst system, achieving 40% higher activity and 25% improved thermal stability compared to conventional activators.

Research & Development

TIBA in Research and Development

Triisobutylaluminum is an essential reagent in academic and industrial research laboratories, enabling the exploration of new catalytic systems and synthetic methodologies that benefit from enhanced steric control.

R&D Applications:

  • Development of sterically controlled catalytic systems
  • Investigation of structure-activity relationships in organometallic chemistry
  • Exploration of regioselective transformations
  • Study of steric effects in polymerization mechanisms

We offer research-grade TIBA in various package sizes suitable for laboratory use, with comprehensive safety documentation and technical support.

Case Study: Novel Catalyst Development

A university research group utilized our high-purity TIBA to develop a novel constrained geometry catalyst system, achieving unprecedented control over polymer microstructure and establishing new structure-property relationships.

Discover how our high-purity Triisobutylaluminum can enhance your specific application

Chemical Properties & Specifications

Industry-Leading Triisobutylaluminum with Exceptional Purity and Stabilit

TIBA Molecular Structure

Chemical Formula: Al(i-C₄H₉)₃
Molecular Weight: 213.36 g/mol
CAS Number: 100-99-2

Product Specifications

Parameter
Standard Grade
High-Purity Grade
Ultra-Pure Grade

TIBA Content

≥ 95.0%

≥ 98.0%

≥ 99.5%

Al Content

≥ 18.0%

≥ 19.0%

≥ 20%

Hydride Content

≤ 0.15%

≤ 0.10%

≤ 0.05%

Free Al

≤ 0.5%

≤ 0.2%

≤ 0.1%

Iron

≤ 20 ppm

≤ 10 ppm

≤ 1 ppm

Heavy Metals (total)

≤ 50 ppm

≤ 20 ppm

≤ 5 ppm

Physical Properties

Property
Value

Appearance

Clear to light yellow liquid

Density

0.785 g/cm³ at 25°C

Melting Point

–78°C

Boiling Point

177°C at 760 mmHg

Vapor Pressure

0.10 kPa at 20°C

Flash Point

20°C (closed cup)

Solubility

Reacts with water; soluble in hexane, heptane, toluene, and aliphatic hydrocarbons

Reactivity & Handling

Pyrophoric Nature

Extremely pyrophoric—ignites spontaneously upon contact with air. Handle under inert gas (nitrogen or argon) with strict safety protocols.

Water Reactivity

Violently reacts with water or moisture to form flammable gases and aluminum hydroxide. Must be stored in airtight containers with no humidity exposure.

Chemical Compatibility

Stable with hydrocarbon solvents and stainless steel. Avoid contact with alcohols, esters, halogenated compounds, and oxidizing agents.

Thermal Stability

Stable below 25°C; decomposes above 140°C with gas release. Store in temperature-controlled environments.

Packaging & Storage Information

Standard Packaging

  • 400 kg stainless steel cylinders
  • 1,600 kg ISO containers
  • 20,000 kg tank trucks

Storage Requirements

  • Store in cool, dry area (-10°C to +30°C)
  • Keep away from heat, sparks, and direct sunlight
  • Maintain inert gas blanket (nitrogen)
  • Segregate from incompatible materials

Documentation

  • Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
  • Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
  • Handling & Storage Guidelines

Need Technical Information?

Our technical team is available to provide detailed specifications, safety information, and handling guidelines for our Triisobutylaluminum products.

Quality Control & Assurance

Rigorous Testing and Strict Quality Management for Consistent Excellence

Raw Material Inspection

Each batch of incoming raw materials undergoes rigorous testing to verify purity and compliance with specifications before entering production.

In-Process Monitoring

Continuous monitoring throughout the production process with real-time analytics to ensure consistency and detect any deviations immediately.

Final Product Testing

Comprehensive analysis of each production batch against all specified parameters using advanced analytical techniques.

Performance Validation

Application-specific testing to verify product performance in simulated customer processes, ensuring it meets real-world requirements.

Documentation & Certification

Comprehensive documentation package including Certificate of Analysis, traceability records, and quality assurance documentation.

Quality Standards & Certifications

ISO 9001:2015

Our quality management system is certified to ISO 9001:2015, ensuring consistent processes and continuous improvement.

ISO 14001:2015

Environmental management certification demonstrating our commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices.

OHSAS 18001

Occupational Health and Safety Management System certification for safe handling of hazardous materials.

REACH Registered

Compliant with European Union's Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals regulation.

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State-of-the-Art Quality Control Laboratory

Our dedicated quality control laboratory is equipped with advanced analytical instruments to ensure the highest standards of product quality and consistency:

Gas Chromatography (GC)

For precise determination of TIBA purity and impurity profiles

Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP-MS)

To detect trace metal impurities down to ppb levels

Karl Fischer Titration

For moisture content analysis with high sensitivity

FTIR Spectroscopy

For structural verification and identification of functional groups

Particle Size Analysis

To ensure consistent particle distribution in solid products

Our Quality Commitment

100% Batch Testing

Full Traceability

Detailed Documentation

Secure Chain of Custody

Customer Quality Assurance Program

We partner with our customers to ensure our products meet their specific quality requirements through our comprehensive quality assurance program:

We develop custom specifications to match your unique process requirements.

Tailored quality standards are provided based on your end-use application.

We offer formulation flexibility to meet specialized technical demands.

Each product is adjusted to ensure compatibility with your production line.

Regulatory and safety parameters are aligned with your regional compliance.

Regulatory and safety parameters are aligned with your regional compliance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Triisobutylaluminum (TIBA)

Still have questions? Here are answers to the most common queries buyers ask when sourcing high-purity TIBA.

Still have questions? Here are answers to the most common queries buyers ask when sourcing high-purity TIBA.

 
Yes. We provide free samples for laboratory evaluation. Only the courier cost is required, or you can arrange your own pickup.
 

Absolutely. We offer custom formulations and packaging (sealed ampoules, steel drums, etc.) tailored to your process or purity needs.

Yes. TIBA is highly pyrophoric and classified as a Class 4.2 dangerous good. It must be handled and shipped under inert conditions with certified packaging.

We provide ISO 9001, COA, MSDS, TDS, Certificate of Origin, and other documents. GMP-compatible production also available upon request.

 

TIBA must be stored in airtight containers under dry inert gas (N₂ or Ar) at 5–25°C. Avoid exposure to air or moisture.

 

We maintain safety inventory and can ship within 7–10 working days, with express or refrigerated transport options if required.

 

Yes. Our team offers full regulatory documentation and expert consultation on safe handling and reaction integration.

 

TUODA offers ultra-high purity TIBA with precise steric control, consistent batch quality, low hydride content, and professional one-on-one technical support.

 

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