Description

1-(2-Ethoxy-2-Oxoethyl)Pyridinium Bromide is a versatile pyridinium-based ionic liquid and quaternary ammonium salt with significant utility in organic synthesis and materials science. This compound serves as a key intermediate and catalyst in various chemical transformations, offering advantages in reaction efficiency and selectivity. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking advanced building blocks for synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring pyridinium or quaternary ammonium motifs.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yields in alkylation, esterification, and other organic processes.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Acts as a starting material or component for creating task-specific ionic liquids used in green chemistry and separation technologies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surface-Active Agent: Functions as a cationic surfactant or conditioner in specialty formulations.
• Research & Development: Serves as a valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Ethoxy-2-Oxoethyl)Pyridinium Bromide
CAS No.	17282-40-5
Molecular Formula	C9H12BrNO2
Molecular Weight	246.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethoxy-2-oxoethylpyridinium Bromide; Pyridinium, 1-(2-ethoxy-2-oxoethyl)-, bromide; N-(Carbethoxymethyl)pyridinium Bromide; (2-Ethoxy-2-oxoethyl)pyridin-1-ium Bromide; Ethyl 2-(pyridin-1-ium-1-yl)acetate Bromide; N-Carbethoxymethylpyridinium Bromide; 1-Carbethoxymethylpyridinium Bromide
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Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Ethoxy-2-Oxoethyl)Pyridinium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research clients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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