Description

Phenyltrimethylammonium Bromide is a quaternary ammonium salt with significant utility as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and organic synthesis intermediate. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yields and reaction rates in critical manufacturing processes. This compound is essential for researchers and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it enables efficient alkylation and other key synthetic steps.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Widely used to accelerate reactions between organic and aqueous phases in alkylation, esterification, and polymerization processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacturing of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or monomer in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized for methylation and other quaternization reactions in research and development laboratories.
• Surface Active Agent: Functions in the formulation of disinfectants, sanitizers, and other biocidal products due to its cationic surfactant properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenyltrimethylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	16056-11-4
Molecular Formula	C9H14BrN
Molecular Weight	216.12 g/mol
Synonyms	PTAB; N,N,N-Trimethylanilinium Bromide; Trimethylphenylammonium Bromide; Benzyltrimethylammonium Bromide (common misnomer); Aniline, N,N,N-trimethyl-, bromide; TMPA Bromide; Phenyltrimethylammonium Bromide Hydrate; (Phenyltrimethylazaniumyl) Bromide
EINECS	240-188-1

Quality Control

Our Phenyltrimethylammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing results for assay, impurities, and physical properties is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your procurement standards.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation. 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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