Description

4-Methyl-1-(3-Sulphonatopropyl)Pyridinium is a versatile zwitterionic compound, a pyridinium sulfobetaine, known for its excellent water solubility and ionic character. This makes it a valuable intermediate and functional additive in advanced material science and specialty chemical synthesis. It is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and polymer industries for applications requiring solubility modifiers, stabilizers, or specific ionic interactions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs requiring enhanced water solubility.
• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a conditioning agent, viscosity modifier, or stabilizer in shampoos, conditioners, and skincare products.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or additive for creating zwitterionic polymers with anti-fouling, hydrogel, or smart material properties.
• Bioconjugation & Protein Chemistry: Utilized as a linker or modifier to alter the solubility and stability of biomolecules.
• Catalysis: Functions as a ligand or ionic liquid component in specific catalytic systems.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a mobile phase additive or standard in chromatographic techniques like HPLC.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-1-(3-Sulphonatopropyl)Pyridinium
CAS No.	15626-30-9
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO3S
Molecular Weight	215.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Sulfopropyl)-4-methylpyridinium; 4-Methyl-1-(3-sulfopropyl)pyridinium; 4-Methyl-1-(3-sulfopropyl)pyridinium inner salt; 4-Picoline-1-(3-sulfopropyl)betaine; 3-(4-Methylpyridinio)propanesulfonate; 4-Methylpyridinium propyl sulfobetaine; N-(3-Sulfopropyl)-4-picolinium; Picoline sulfobetaine
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-1-(3-Sulphonatopropyl)Pyridinium is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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