Tetraethyl ammonium chloride
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Molecular Structure
Detailed Description
Tetraethylammonium chloride (TEAC) is a quaternary ammonium compound with the chemical formula C8H20N+Cl?, sometimes written as Et4N+Cl?. In appearance, it is a hygroscopic, colorless, crystalline solid. It has been used as the source of tetraethylammonium ions in pharmacological and physiological studies, but is also used in organic chemical synthesis.