Description

Methylpyridinium Bromide is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. Its ionic liquid properties and role as a key intermediate make it valuable for researchers and manufacturers seeking to develop novel compounds and functional materials. This product is essential for industries including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemical production, where it serves as a building block and catalyst.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical active ingredients and fine chemicals.
• Utilized as a phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) in organic synthesis reactions to enhance reaction rates and yields.
• Employed in the research and development of ionic liquids and specialty solvents.
• Acts as a precursor or modifier in the production of functional polymers and advanced materials.
• Used in agrochemical research for the synthesis of novel crop protection agents.
• Applied in analytical chemistry as a reagent or standard.
• Serves as a surfactant or disinfectant precursor in specialty formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylpyridinium Bromide
CAS No.	2350-76-7
Molecular Formula	C6H8BrN
Molecular Weight	174.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylpyridinium Bromide; N-Methylpyridinium Bromide; Pyridine, 1-methyl-, bromide; Mepyridine Bromide; N-Methylpyridinium Bromide Salt; Picolinium Bromide, Methyl-; MPB
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Quality Control

Our Methylpyridinium Bromide is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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