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HBTU

CAS No.
94790-37-1
Chemical Name:
HBTU
Synonyms
O-(1H-BENZOTRIAZOL-1-YL)-N,N,N',N'-TETRAMETHYLURONIUM HEXAFLUOROPHOSPHATE;1-[Bis(dimethylamino)methylene]-1H-benzotriazolium hexafluorophosphate(1-) 3-oxide;O-benzotriazol-l-yl-tetramethyluroniumhexafluorophosphate;O-BENZOTRIAZOL-1-YL-TETRAMETHYLURONIUM HEXAFLUOROPHOSPHATE;O-(BENZOTRIAZOL-1-YL)-N,N,N',N'-TETRAMETHYLURONIUM HEXAFLUOROPHOSPHATE;2-(1H-BENZOTRIAZOL-1-YL)-1,1,3,3-TETRAMETHYLURONIUM HEXAFLUOROPHOSPHATE;2-(1H-BENZOTRIAZOLE-1-YL)-1,1,3,3-TETRAMETHYLURONIUM HEXAFLUOROPHOSPHATE;HBTU;-1-yL;HBTU,99%
CBNumber:
CB1138465
Molecular Formula:
C11H16F6N5OP
Molecular Weight:
379.25
MDL Number:
MFCD00075445
MOL File:
94790-37-1.mol
MSDS File:
SDS
TDS File:
TDS
Last updated:2026-04-24 14:59:10
Product description Number Pack Size Price
HBTU 2-(1H-Benzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium hexafluorophosphate Novabiochem? 8.51006 25g $79.1
HBTU 2-(1H-Benzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium hexafluorophosphate Novabiochem? 8.51006 100g $237
HBTU 2-(1H-Benzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium hexafluorophosphate Novabiochem® 8.51006 1 kg $556
HBTU 2-(1H-Benzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium hexafluorophosphate Novabiochem® 8.51006 2.5 kg $1120
HBTU ≥98.0% (T) 12804 1g $57.4
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HBTU Properties

Melting point 200 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Flash point 200°C
storage temp. Store at +2°C to +8°C.
solubility acetonitrile: 0.1 g/mL, clear
form Powder
color White to Off-White
PH 4.1 (1.6g/l, H2O)
Water Solubility 1.6g/L
Decomposition 200 ºC
BRN 7328329
Stability Stable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
Major Application peptide synthesis
InChI InChI=1S/C11H16N5O.F6P/c1-13(2)11(14(3)4)15-9-7-5-6-8-10(9)16(17)12-15;1-7(2,3,4,5)6/h5-8H,1-4H3;/q+1;-1
InChIKey UQYZFNUUOSSNKT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES [P+5]([F-])([F-])([F-])([F-])([F-])[F-].C(=[N+]1/N=N(=O)C2=CC=CC=C/12)(\N(C)C)/N(C)C
CAS DataBase Reference 94790-37-1(CAS DataBase Reference)
FDA UNII X5I03TZQ8D
EPA Substance Registry System 1H-Benzotriazolium, 1-[bis(dimethylamino)methylene]-, 3-oxide, hexafluorophosphate(1-) (1:1) (94790-37-1)
UNSPSC Code 12352107
NACRES NA.22

SAFETY

Risk and Safety Statements

Symbol(GHS)  GHS hazard pictograms
GHS07
Signal word  Warning
Hazard statements  H315-H317-H335
Precautionary statements  P261-P264-P271-P272-P280-P302+P352
PPE dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Hazard Codes  Xi,Xn
Risk Statements  36/37/38-20/21/22-42/43
Safety Statements  26-36/37/39-36-22
WGK Germany  3
8-10-21
Hazard Note  Irritant
HS Code  29339980
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
Hazard Classifications Skin Sens. 1A
Toxicity LD50 orally in Rabbit: > 2000 mg/kg
NFPA 704
1
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HBTU price More Price(54)

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Sigma-Aldrich 8.51006 HBTU 2-(1H-Benzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium hexafluorophosphate Novabiochem? 94790-37-1 25g $79.1 2026-04-30 Buy
Sigma-Aldrich 8.51006 HBTU 2-(1H-Benzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium hexafluorophosphate Novabiochem? 94790-37-1 100g $237 2026-04-30 Buy
Sigma-Aldrich 8.51006 HBTU 2-(1H-Benzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium hexafluorophosphate Novabiochem® 94790-37-1 1 kg $556 2026-04-30 Buy
Sigma-Aldrich 8.51006 HBTU 2-(1H-Benzotriazole-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium hexafluorophosphate Novabiochem® 94790-37-1 2.5 kg $1120 2026-04-30 Buy
Sigma-Aldrich 12804 HBTU ≥98.0% (T) 94790-37-1 1g $57.4 2026-04-30 Buy
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8.51006 25g $79.1 Buy
8.51006 100g $237 Buy
8.51006 1 kg $556 Buy
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12804 1g $57.4 Buy

HBTU Chemical Properties,Uses,Production

Chemical Properties

white to light yellow powder

Uses

HBTU is a coupling reagent used in peptide synthesis. HBTU has been shown to effectively suppress racemization.

reaction suitability

reaction type: Coupling Reactions

Biological Activity

hbtu (2-(1h-benzotriazol-1-yl)-1,1,3,3-tetramethyluronium hexauorophosphate), a coupling reagent commonly used in solid phase peptide synthesis. after being introduced in 1978, this agent shows popularity in chemistry and industry use due to its mild activating properties. moreover, it also shows resistance against racemization. low tendency for racemization is a key requirement for peptide synthesis. especially for solid phase peptide synthesis, quantitative yields with short reaction times are crucial in order to make the synthesis of large peptides feasible. [1]

Synthesis

HBTU is synthesized by reaction of HOBt with TCFH under basic conditions.

in vitro

peptide synthesis relied mostly on efficient and safe coupling reagents. hbtu was proved to transform carboxylic acids into azides efficiently and practically. the process might be applied to a wide range of carboxylic acids including n-protected amino acids. in addition, hbtu was of great value in one-pot synthesis of dipeptidyl urea esters, ureas, and carbamates from acids. the advantages of hbtu included the following points: 1) non-explosive and therefore more suitable for solution/solid phase peptide synthesis. 2) high solubility and stability in classical solvents. 3) feasible for colorimetric reaction monitoring. [2]

Purification Methods

Wash the salt with H2O (3x), CH2Cl2 (3x), dry and recrystallise it from MeCN. Dry it in a vacuum and store it cold in the dark [Dourtoglou et al. Tetrahedron Lett 1269 1978, NMR: Dourtoglou and Gross Synthesis 572 1984]. Benzoxazolinone (2 -hydroxybenzoxazole) [59 -49 -4] M 135.1, m 137 -139o, 142 -143o(corrected), b 121-213o/17mm, 335-337o/760mm. Benzoxazolinone is purified by recrystallisation from aqueous Me2CO followed by distillation at atmospheric pressure, then in a vacuum. The methyl mercury salt recrystallises from aqueous EtOH and has m 156-158o. [Bywater et al. J Am Chem Soc 67 905 1945, Beilstein 27 III/IV 2677.]

References

[1]adam s. hbtu: a mild activating ageiw of muramic acid. bioorg med chem lett. 1992 mar; 2(6): 571-4.
[2]knorr r, trzeciak a, bannwarth w and gillessen d. new coupling reagents in peptide chemistry. tetrahedron lett. 1989; 30(15): 1927-30.

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Q:What are the benefits of HBTU in peptide synthesis?Anonymous - Aug 18,2025
A:HBTU has the characteristics of high coupling efficiency, mild reaction conditions, low side reactions, and easy to use in combination with other coupling agents to achieve synergistic effects. HBTU coupling reagents are particularly suitable for the synthesis of long peptides. It can shorten the reaction time and improve the yield of peptide bond formation, thereby achieving high reactivity and coupling efficiency. Additionally, HBTU reagents effectively inhibit racemisation, forming stable intermediates and reducing the occurrence of side reactions. HBTU can also be used under mild conditions, avoiding damage to sensitive amino acids or peptide fragments. When used in combination with HOBt, HBTU further enhances coupling reaction efficiency.
Q:What is the HBTU coupling mechanism?Anonymous - Aug 18,2025
A:HBTU is a widely used peptide coupling reagent for both solid-phase and solution reactions and is the preferred reagent for coupling phosphorylated amino acids. Its coupling mechanism is via activation of the carboxyl group (-COOH) to form a reactive intermediate, an activated ester, which is then attacked by an amine to form the desired peptide bond.

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