Description

Trimethylselenoniumchloride is a high-purity organoselenium compound, serving as a versatile and stable source of the trimethylselenonium cation. This compound is critical for advanced research and development, particularly in the fields of synthetic organic chemistry and materials science. It is essential for scientists and industrial manufacturers requiring a reliable precursor for selenium-containing molecules, pharmaceutical intermediates, and specialized reagents.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: A key reagent and building block for synthesizing complex organoselenium compounds and selenium analogs of biologically active molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of novel drug candidates and as a precursor for radiolabeling studies in medicinal chemistry.
• Materials Science: Acts as a precursor for depositing selenium-containing thin films or for modifying surface properties in advanced material applications.
• Catalysis: Investigated as a component or precursor in catalytic systems for specialized organic transformations.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in metabolic pathway research related to selenium, serving as a model compound for studying selenium methylation and detoxification processes.
• Analytical Standards: Used as a high-purity reference standard in analytical methods such as HPLC and mass spectrometry for selenium speciation analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethylselenoniumchloride
CAS No.	18987-38-7
Molecular Formula	C₃H₉ClSe
Molecular Weight	159.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Trimethylselenonium Chloride; Selenium, trimethyl-, chloride; Trimethylselenonium chloride; (CH3)3SeCl; Trimethylselenoniumchloride; Trimethylselenonium Chloride Salt; Trimethylselenium Chloride; Trimethylselenonium ion chloride
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Quality Control

Our Trimethylselenoniumchloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption and 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%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 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.