Description

Methyltrioctylammonium 2-Mercaptobenzoate is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt derivative of 2-mercaptobenzoic acid, designed for specialized chemical synthesis and catalysis. This compound matters for its dual functionality, combining the phase-transfer catalytic properties of a quaternary ammonium cation with the reactive thiol group of the benzoate anion. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for advanced synthesis, extraction processes, and as a key intermediate in organometallic chemistry.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly useful in alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Metal Extraction & Recovery: Used in hydrometallurgical processes for the selective separation and recovery of precious or heavy metals from solutions.
• Polymerization Modifier: Acts as a chain transfer agent or catalyst component in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a derivatization agent or a component in sensor technologies and chromatographic methods.
• Ionic Liquid Research: Investigated as a component or precursor for novel ionic liquids with tailored properties for green chemistry applications.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used in developing specialized inhibitors for industrial cooling systems and metal treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyltrioctylammonium 2-Mercaptobenzoate
CAS No.	1027004-61-0
Molecular Formula	C32H59NO2S
Molecular Weight	521.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyltrioctylammonium o-mercaptobenzoate; N-Methyl-N,N-dioctyloctan-1-aminium 2-sulfanylbenzoate; Trioctylmethylammonium 2-mercaptobenzoate; Aliquat® 2-mercaptobenzoate (related); MTOA 2-mercaptobenzoate; Quaternary ammonium 2-mercaptobenzoate salt; 2-Mercaptobenzoic acid methyltrioctylammonium salt; N-Methyltrioctylammonium thiosalicylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyltrioctylammonium 2-Mercaptobenzoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to yellow viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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