Description

1-(Naphthylmethyl)Pyridinium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt with a unique aromatic structure, offering valuable properties as a phase-transfer catalyst and chemical intermediate. Its significance lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields in specialized organic syntheses. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Used to accelerate reactions between ionic and organic reactants in two-phase systems, improving efficiency in alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or additive to impart specific ionic or catalytic properties to polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.
• Surface-Active Agent: Can be utilized in formulations requiring cationic surfactant properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Naphthylmethyl)Pyridinium Chloride
CAS No.	1733-97-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄ClN
Molecular Weight	255.74 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Naphthalen-1-ylmethyl)pyridin-1-ium chloride; N-(1-Naphthylmethyl)pyridinium chloride; Naphthylmethylpyridinium chloride; 1-Naphthylmethylpyridinium chloride; Pyridinium, 1-(1-naphthylmethyl)-, chloride; α-Pyridinio-1-naphthalenemethane chloride; 1-Pyridinio-1-naphthalenemethane chloride
EINECS	217-074-1

Quality Control

Our 1-(Naphthylmethyl)Pyridinium Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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