Description

Trimethylhexylammonium Iodide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt with significant utility as a phase-transfer catalyst and surfactant. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing yield and efficiency in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable catalysts and ionic liquids.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Enables and accelerates reactions between ionic and organic reactants in biphasic systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Serves as a key component or starting material for the preparation of task-specific ionic liquids.
• Surfactant & Dispersant: Functions in formulations requiring cationic surface-active properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Applied in the manufacturing of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Utilized in polymer modification and as an additive in electroplating or conductive materials.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory chemistry in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethylhexylammonium Iodide
CAS No.	15066-77-0
Molecular Formula	C9H22IN
Molecular Weight	271.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexyltrimethylammonium Iodide; N,N,N-Trimethyl-1-hexanaminium Iodide; 1-Hexanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-, iodide; Trimethyl-n-hexylammonium Iodide; N-Hexyltrimethylammonium Iodide; TMAI (contextual); C6-TMAI; CTMA-I
EINECS	239-124-6

Quality Control

Our Trimethylhexylammonium Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets stringent specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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