Description

1-(1-Adamantyl)-4-Methylpyridinium Bromide is a high-purity, specialty quaternary ammonium salt featuring a unique adamantane-pyridinium hybrid structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and catalyst in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and viral diseases.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Utilized in organic synthesis to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yield and efficiency.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Acts as a starting material for creating task-specific ionic liquids with tailored properties for separation and electrochemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new crop protection agents with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce cationic functionality into polymers, altering surface properties for coatings or biomedical applications.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for creating novel supramolecular assemblies and organic framework materials due to its rigid adamantyl group.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(1-Adamantyl)-4-Methylpyridinium Bromide
CAS No.	20497-90-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₂BrN
Molecular Weight	308.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Adamantyl-4-methylpyridinium Bromide; N-(1-Adamantyl)-4-picolinium Bromide; 4-Methyl-1-adamantylpyridinium Bromide; 1-(Adamantan-1-yl)-4-methylpyridin-1-ium Bromide; AdMPB; Adamantylmethylpyridinium Bromide
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Quality Control

Our 1-(1-Adamantyl)-4-Methylpyridinium Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and KF titration for moisture content. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.