Description

n-Butyl-3-Methylpyridinium Bromide is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the pyridinium salt family. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile solvent and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis and material science applications. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new synthetic pathways and functional materials.

Application

• Green Chemistry Solvent: Acts as a recyclable, non-volatile reaction medium for organic synthesis, including alkylation and polymerization reactions.
• Catalysis & Ligand Systems: Serves as a precursor or component in catalytic systems and as a stabilizing agent for transition metal complexes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals requiring high-purity ionic environments.
• Electrolyte Component: Employed in the formulation of electrolytes for advanced battery systems and electrochemical devices.
• Material Science: Utilized in the preparation of functional polymers, conductive materials, and ionogels.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a mobile phase additive or stationary phase modifier in chromatographic separations.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butyl-3-Methylpyridinium Bromide
CAS No.	26576-85-2
Molecular Formula	C10H16BrN
Molecular Weight	230.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butyl-3-methylpyridinium bromide; 3-Methyl-1-butylpyridinium bromide; BMPyBr; 1-n-Butyl-3-methylpyridinium bromide; N-Butyl-3-methylpyridinium bromide; 3-Methyl-N-butylpyridinium bromide; Pyridinium, 1-butyl-3-methyl-, bromide; 1-Butyl-3-methylpyridin-1-ium bromide
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Quality Control

Our n-Butyl-3-Methylpyridinium Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and KF titration for water content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.