Description

(Ferrocenylmethyl)Trimethylammonium Iodide is a versatile organometallic quaternary ammonium salt featuring a ferrocene moiety. This compound is valued for its unique redox-active properties and cationic nature, making it a critical building block in advanced materials science and catalysis. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, polymer modification, and as a precursor for ionic liquids and functionalized surfaces.

Application

• Electrochemical Sensors & Biosensors: Used as a redox mediator or to modify electrode surfaces for enhanced electron transfer.
• Catalysis & Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or as an ionic component in catalytic systems.
• Conductive Polymers & Advanced Materials: Incorporated into polymers to impart redox activity or ionic conductivity.
• Ionic Liquids & Electrolytes: Acts as a key component in the formulation of task-specific ionic liquids for energy storage applications.
• Surface Functionalization: Used to create self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on gold and other substrates for sensor and device fabrication.
• Pharmaceutical & Biological Research: Investigated for its potential in drug delivery systems and as a probe in biochemical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Ferrocenylmethyl)Trimethylammonium Iodide
CAS No.	12086-40-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₂FeIN
Molecular Weight	395.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferrocenylmethyltrimethylammonium Iodide; N,N,N-Trimethyl-1-ferrocenylmethanaminium Iodide; (Ferrocenylmethyl)trimethylazanium Iodide; 1-Ferrocenyl-N,N,N-trimethylmethanaminium Iodide; Trimethyl(ferrocenylmethyl)ammonium Iodide; FTMAA Iodide; FcCH2NMe3 I; EINECS 235-162-4
EINECS	235-162-4

Quality Control

Our (Ferrocenylmethyl)Trimethylammonium Iodide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with the agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to dark orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Loss on Drying	< 1.0%

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