Description

Metocinium is a specialized quaternary ammonium compound with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. Its unique cationic structure makes it a valuable intermediate for developing functional materials, including phase-transfer catalysts and specialty surfactants. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical intermediates, and industrial chemical manufacturers seeking high-purity building blocks for complex formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug substances.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly in organic synthesis.
• Surfactant & Detergent Precursor: Serves as a key building block for manufacturing cationic surfactants with specific functional properties.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of ionic liquids, conductive polymers, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic and organometallic chemistry.
• Textile & Paper Treatment: Used in processes requiring cationic agents for softener or antistatic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Metocinium
CAS No.	2424-71-7
Molecular Formula	C9H21NO3S
Molecular Weight	223.33 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-(2-sulfoethyl)ammonium hydroxide, inner salt; (2-Hydroxyethyl)dimethyl(2-sulfoethyl)ammonium hydroxide; Methoctinium; Metocin; DMHSA; Taurine betaine derivative
EINECS	219-350-4

Quality Control

Our Metocinium is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) where applicable, and our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and advanced material industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality and stability.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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