Description

4-Trimethylamino-1-Butanol is a versatile quaternary ammonium alcohol derivative with significant utility in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a crucial building block for the preparation of cholinergic agents, betaine analogs, and specialized surfactants. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of cholinergic drugs, muscle relaxants, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating quaternary ammonium-based plant growth regulators or fungicides.
• Surfactant & Detergent Formulation: Used to develop cationic surfactants with specific emulsifying and conditioning properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies related to neurotransmission and enzyme inhibition as a betaine homologue.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Serves as a starting material for formulating quaternary ammonium salt corrosion inhibitors for industrial applications.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with cationic character.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Trimethylamino-1-Butanol
CAS No.	14274-37-4
Molecular Formula	C7H17NO
Molecular Weight	131.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trimethylammonio)-1-butanol; 4-Hydroxybutyltrimethylammonium; (4-Hydroxybutyl)trimethylammonium; 1-Butanol, 4-(trimethylamino)-; 4-Trimethylammoniobutanol; N,N,N-Trimethyl-4-hydroxybutylammonium; TMABA; Trimethyl(4-hydroxybutyl)ammonium
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Quality Control

Our 4-Trimethylamino-1-Butanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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