Description

1,3,5-Trimethyl-Pyridinium Iodide is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt with a pyridinium core, widely utilized as a key intermediate and reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a phase-transfer catalyst and as a building block for the preparation of ionic liquids and specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries seeking to develop novel compounds and optimize synthetic processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reactants in immiscible phases, improving yields and reaction rates in organic synthesis.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Used in the preparation of task-specific ionic liquids for green chemistry applications and specialized solvents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Materials Science: Employed in the development of advanced materials, including conductive polymers and functionalized surfaces.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,5-Trimethyl-Pyridinium Iodide
CAS No.	22739-24-8
Molecular Formula	C8H12IN
Molecular Weight	249.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5-Collidinium Iodide; 2,4,6-Trimethylpyridinium Iodide; sym-Collidinium Iodide; γ-Collidinium Iodide; 2,4,6-Trimethyl-1-pyridinium Iodide; Pyridinium, 2,4,6-trimethyl-, iodide (1:1); TMPI
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Quality Control

Our 1,3,5-Trimethyl-Pyridinium Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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