Triisobutylaluminum (TIBA)

Highly efficient cocatalyst in the Ziegler-Natta polymerization of olefins forming plastics and rubber. Offers uniquely strong alkylating and Lewis acid performance for precise polyolefin catalysis, delivering superior stability and control.

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Product Description

Triisobutylaluminum (TIBA) is a high reactivity organoaluminium catalyst designed to increase efficiency and reliability in polymerization and synthesis processes. Its strong alkylating, reducing and Lewis acid properties enable reliable, stable reaction performance in sophisticated Ziegler Natta systems for olefins and dienes. Designed for stable, predictable reactivity under controlled conditions, it enables clean, consistent reaction pathways supporting superior molecular weight distribution. Available as a stable, industry proven organometallic product with long shelf life.

MOST COMMON AREAS OF APPLICATION

• Cocatalyst in Ziegler Natta polymerization of olefins

• Production of polyethylene and polypropylene grades

• Catalyst component in elastomer and synthetic rubber synthesis

• Reducing agent for selective transformations in organic synthesis

• Precursor and activator for advanced organometallic catalyst systems

CAS (CAS Number)

100-99-2

Co-catalyst for polymerization

Cat for Polyethylene (PE)

Cat for Pharma and Fine Chemicals

Cat for Rubber

Aluminum, triisobutyl-

Aluminum, tris(2-methylpropyl)-

TIBAL

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