Description

Benzylphenyldimethylammonium is a quaternary ammonium compound with significant utility as a phase-transfer catalyst and surfactant. Its structure makes it highly effective in facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, thereby improving yields and reaction rates in organic synthesis. This compound is particularly valuable for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to optimize complex synthetic processes.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Widely used to accelerate alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions in biphasic systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where it enhances the efficiency of key synthetic steps.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Facilitates the production of herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides by improving reaction selectivity and efficiency.
• Polymerization Aid: Acts as a catalyst or surfactant in specific polymerization reactions for specialty polymers.
• Surfactant & Dispersant: Functions as a cationic surfactant in formulations requiring emulsification or dispersion properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzylphenyldimethylammonium
CAS No.	22444-88-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₉N
Molecular Weight	213.32 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethyl-N-benzylbenzenaminium; Benzylbenzyldimethylammonium; Benzyldimethylphenylammonium; N-Benzyl-N,N-dimethylanilinium; N-Benzyl-N,N-dimethylbenzenaminium; BDA; BPDMA; Phenylbenzyl dimethyl ammonium
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Quality Control

Our Benzylphenyldimethylammonium is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile determination by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for catalytic and synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and other critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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 to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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