Description

Pentyltriethylammonium is a high-purity quaternary ammonium compound with the CAS registry number 21735-68-2. This versatile chemical serves as a crucial phase-transfer catalyst and organic synthesis intermediate, enabling critical reactions in controlled environments. It is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors requiring reliable, high-performance reagents.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields in organic synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block or catalyst in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a catalyst or modifier in polymerization reactions and the production of specialty polymers.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory chemistry in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Surfactant & Specialty Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for quaternary ammonium compounds with specific surfactant properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentyltriethylammonium
CAS No.	21735-68-2
Molecular Formula	C11H26N+ (typically associated with bromide or other anions; contact for specific salt form)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Triethylpentylammonium; N-Pentyltriethylammonium; Pentyltriethylazanium; Ammonium, pentyltriethyl-; 1-Pentanaminium, N,N,N-triethyl-; PTA; Triethyl-n-pentylammonium
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pentyltriethylammonium is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.