Description

6-Bromohexyltriethylammonium Bromide is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt with a reactive bromoalkyl chain, serving as a crucial bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a phase-transfer catalyst and a key intermediate for introducing cationic, hydrophilic moieties into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for synthesizing specialized surfactants, antimicrobial agents, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring quaternary ammonium functionalities for enhanced bioavailability or specific activity.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yields and reaction rates in alkylation and other organic transformations.
• Surfactant & Disinfectant Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating cationic surfactants and quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs) with potent antimicrobial properties.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce permanent cationic charges into polymer backbones for applications in water treatment, conductive materials, and specialty coatings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators that utilize ammonium salt chemistry.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromohexyltriethylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	161097-76-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₇Br₂N
Molecular Weight	353.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Triethyl(6-bromohexyl)ammonium Bromide; N,N,N-Triethyl-6-bromohexan-1-aminium Bromide; 6-Bromo-N,N,N-triethylhexan-1-aminium Bromide; Hexyltriethylammonium Bromide, 6-bromo-; 1-Bromo-6-(triethylammonio)hexane Bromide; (6-Bromohexyl)triethylammonium Bromide; TEHAB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromohexyltriethylammonium Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and loss on drying for moisture content, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality assurance protocols.

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 must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.