Description

(4-Ethoxy-2-Hydroxy-4-Oxobut-2-Enyl)Trimethylammonium Chloride is a specialized quaternary ammonium compound with a unique functionalized structure. This chemical is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific cationic or ester functionalities into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring quaternary ammonium or specific ester moieties.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reagent in the study of enzyme interactions and the development of novel biochemical probes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the production of specialized herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Catalyst Research: Investigated for the development of novel cationic surfactants or phase-transfer catalysts due to its ammonium center.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce ionic or reactive sites into polymer chains for specialty material applications.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate or ligand precursor in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions for C-C bond formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Ethoxy-2-Hydroxy-4-Oxobut-2-Enyl)Trimethylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	10485-23-1
Molecular Formula	C9H18ClNO4
Molecular Weight	239.70 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Carboxyvinyl)-1-ethoxycarbonyl-1-methyl-ethyltrimethylammonium Chloride; (4-Ethoxy-2-hydroxy-4-oxo-2-butenyl)trimethylammonium Chloride; 4-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-4-hydroxy-2-butenyltrimethylammonium Chloride; 1-Ethoxycarbonyl-2-carboxyvinyl-1-methylethyltrimethylammonium Chloride; Acetylcholine Chloride Ethoxy Analogue; NSC 163044
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Quality Control

Our (4-Ethoxy-2-Hydroxy-4-Oxobut-2-Enyl)Trimethylammonium Chloride is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
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.