Description

1-Benzylquinolinium Chloride is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt with significant utility in organic synthesis and materials science. Its structure makes it a valuable intermediate for the development of specialty chemicals and functional materials. This compound is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye industries seeking to create novel cationic compounds or modify material surfaces.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, commonly used in alkylation and displacement reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing more complex quaternary ammonium compounds and heterocyclic derivatives.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Used in the research and development of novel ionic liquids for green chemistry applications and specialized electrolytes.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies involving membrane-active compounds, enzyme inhibitors, or as a model compound for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain cationic dyes and photoactive materials.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to impart cationic functionality to polymers, silica, or other material surfaces to alter their properties.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Can be utilized as a standard or reagent in chromatographic methods and other analytical techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzylquinolinium Chloride
CAS No.	15619-48-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄ClN
Molecular Weight	255.74 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Benzylquinolinium Chloride; Benzylquinolinium Chloride; Quinolinium, 1-benzyl-, chloride; 1-Benzylquinolin-1-ium Chloride; N-Benzylquinolin-1-ium Chloride; BQCl; BQC
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Quality Control

Our 1-Benzylquinolinium Chloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant methods. Specifications can be aligned with customer requirements for research or industrial use.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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

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