Description

Tetramethylammonium Methyl Carbonate is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt that serves as a powerful, non-nucleophilic base and an efficient methylating agent. This compound is particularly valued for its ability to facilitate challenging organic transformations under mild conditions, offering a cleaner and more selective alternative to traditional reagents. It is a critical intermediate and catalyst for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors, where precise control over methylation and deprotonation reactions is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Employed as a methylating agent in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for sensitive molecules where harsh conditions must be avoided.
• Catalyst for Organic Reactions: Acts as an effective catalyst or co-catalyst in various condensation, polymerization, and carbon-carbon bond forming reactions.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators requiring selective methylation steps.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as an initiator or catalyst in the production of specialty polymers and polycarbonates.
• Electrolyte Component: Investigated for use in advanced battery systems and electrochemical applications due to its ionic properties.
• Laboratory Reagent: A valuable tool in research and development for method development and small-scale synthesis of novel compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of dyes, flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetramethylammonium Methyl Carbonate
CAS No.	22426-79-5
Molecular Formula	C6H15NO3
Molecular Weight	149.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetramethylammonium Methoxycarbonate; Methyl Tetramethylammonium Carbonate; N,N,N-Trimethylmethanaminium Methyl Carbonate; Tetramethylammonium Methylcarbonate; TMA Methyl Carbonate; TMAMC; (Carboxymethoxy)trimethylammonium, inner salt
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Quality Control

Our Tetramethylammonium Methyl Carbonate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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