Description

3-Acetyl-n-Ethylpyridinium Bromide is a high-purity, functionalized pyridinium salt with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its ability to introduce both acetyl and quaternary ammonium functionalities, making it a critical building block for advanced synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or anti-infective pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require quaternary ammonium structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: Acts as a versatile building block for creating ionic liquids, catalysts, and other specialty chemicals with tailored properties.
• Material Science: Employed in the modification of polymer surfaces and the synthesis of functional materials requiring cationic moieties.
• Bioconjugation & Labeling: Utilized in biochemical research for modifying peptides, proteins, or other biomolecules due to its reactive acetyl group.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Acetyl-n-Ethylpyridinium Bromide
CAS No.	148355-65-1
Molecular Formula	C9H12BrNO
Molecular Weight	230.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-3-acetylpyridinium Bromide; 3-Acetyl-1-ethylpyridinium Bromide; N-Ethyl-3-acetylpyridinium Bromide; 3-Acetylpyridinium, N-ethyl-, Bromide; 3-Acetyl-1-ethylpyridin-1-ium Bromide
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Quality Control

Our 3-Acetyl-n-Ethylpyridinium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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