Description

Trimethylammonium Iodide is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt with significant utility in organic synthesis and material science. Its primary value lies in its role as a key methylating agent and phase-transfer catalyst, facilitating critical reactions in controlled environments. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in quaternization reactions to create cholinergic agents or other nitrogen-containing compounds.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reactants in immiscible phases, improving yield and efficiency in alkylation and other organic transformations.
• Methylation Agent: Serves as a source of methyl groups in organic synthesis for the production of fine chemicals and advanced materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.
• Surfactant & Disinfectant Precursor: Acts as a building block for the manufacture of certain cationic surfactants and biocidal agents.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the preparation of ionic liquids and other advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethylammonium Iodide
CAS No.	20230-89-1
Molecular Formula	C3H10IN
Molecular Weight	187.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Trimethylammonium iodide; Iodotrimethylammonium; Trimethylamine hydroiodide; N,N,N-Trimethylammonium iodide; TMAI; Ethanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-, iodide (1:1); Trimethylamine hydriodide
EINECS	243-692-5

Quality Control

Our Trimethylammonium Iodide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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

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