Description

1-Methyl-2,4,6-Triphenylpyridinium Tetrafluoroborate is a versatile organic salt widely utilized as a key intermediate and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a stable, reactive pyridinium species, facilitating a range of organic transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Catalyst/Reagent in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or phase-transfer catalyst in various reactions, including alkylations, acylations, and cyclizations.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and synthesis of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of ionic liquids, conductive polymers, and other advanced functional materials.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Functions as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in research institutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-2,4,6-Triphenylpyridinium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS No.	2355-56-8
Molecular Formula	C24H22BF4N
Molecular Weight	411.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-2,4,6-triphenylpyridin-1-ium tetrafluoroborate; 2,4,6-Triphenyl-1-methylpyridinium tetrafluoroborate; 1-Methyl-2,4,6-triphenylpyridinium fluoroborate; MTPT; Triphenylmethylpyridinium tetrafluoroborate; N-Methyl-2,4,6-triphenylpyridinium tetrafluoroborate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-2,4,6-Triphenylpyridinium Tetrafluoroborate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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 maintain stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

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.