Description

1-Bromo-7-(Trimethylammonium)Heptyl Bromide is a bifunctional organic salt featuring both a reactive bromoalkyl chain and a permanent quaternary ammonium group. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical building block for synthesizing specialized surfactants, phase-transfer catalysts, and functionalized polymers. It is particularly sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical intermediates, specialty surfactants, and materials science sectors for creating cationic modifiers and surface-active agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring cationic or membrane-targeting properties.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Acts as a catalyst in reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, facilitating alkylation and other organic transformations.
• Surfactant & Detergent Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing cationic surfactants with specific chain lengths for industrial and research applications.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce quaternary ammonium groups into polymers, enhancing properties like antimicrobial activity or hydrophilicity.
• Bioconjugation & Protein Labeling: The reactive bromide allows for covalent attachment to biomolecules, useful in creating probes or affinity ligands.
• Material Science: Used in the preparation of functionalized surfaces, coatings, and advanced materials requiring cationic charge.
• Research & Development: A versatile reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules with tailored ionic characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-7-(Trimethylammonium)Heptyl Bromide
CAS No.	1159174-36-3
Molecular Formula	C10H23Br2N
Molecular Weight	325.11 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Bromoheptyltrimethylammonium Bromide; N,N,N-Trimethyl-7-bromoheptan-1-aminium Bromide; 1-Bromo-7-(trimethylazaniumyl)heptyl Bromide; Trimethyl(7-bromoheptyl)ammonium Bromide; Heptyl-1-bromo-7-trimethylammonium Bromide; (7-Bromoheptyl)trimethylammonium Bromide; Bromoheptyltrimethylammonium Bromide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-7-(Trimethylammonium)Heptyl Bromide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles upon request, supporting your R&D and production quality assurance 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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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