Description

Tetramethylammonium Maleate is a quaternary ammonium salt of maleic acid, serving as a versatile organic intermediate and phase-transfer catalyst. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating reactions in non-polar media and as a building block in specialty chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for research and production processes.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Enables reactions between ionic and organic reactants in two-phase systems, crucial for alkylation and polymerization processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals requiring quaternary ammonium functionalities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or catalyst in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of certain herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Electrolyte Component: Investigated for use in electrochemical applications and energy storage devices.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in chemical research for method development and analytical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetramethylammonium Maleate
CAS No.	141717-46-6
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO4
Molecular Weight	189.21 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N,N-Trimethylmethanaminium (Z)-but-2-enedioate; Tetramethylammonium hydrogen maleate; Ammonium, tetramethyl-, (Z)-2-butenedioate (1:1); Maleic acid tetramethylammonium salt; TMA Maleate
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Quality Control

Our Tetramethylammonium Maleate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your project requirements.

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 material 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%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 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.