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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p><strong>Tetrabutylammonium fluoride trihydrate</strong> is a quaternary ammonium salt used as a source of fluoride ions in organic synthesis. Its core function involves cleaving silyl ethers and desilylation reactions. Molecular formula: C16H38FNO3; CAS No.: 2057-49-8.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li>Pharmaceutical manufacturing for deprotection steps in peptide synthesis.</li>
<li>Semiconductor industry for cleaning silicon surfaces.</li>
<li>Material science for preparing organofluorine compounds.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Requires storage in a dry, cool environment to prevent deliquescence. Personnel must wear chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection due to corrosive properties. Not intended for direct clinical use or human ingestion.</p>