Description

Trimethyl(4-Oxopentyl)Ammonium is a versatile quaternary ammonium compound with a reactive ketone functionality. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing specialty chemicals and functional materials. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for applications requiring cationic modification or as a building block for more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug delivery agents, particularly those requiring quaternary ammonium groups for enhanced bioavailability or antimicrobial activity.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yields and reaction rates in organic synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating cationic polymers with applications in water treatment, personal care, and specialty coatings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: A key precursor for manufacturing certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Biocide Production: Used to produce cationic surfactants and disinfectants for industrial and institutional cleaning formulations.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic routes and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethyl(4-Oxopentyl)Ammonium
CAS No.	25351-37-5
Molecular Formula	C8H19NO
Molecular Weight	145.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxo-N,N,N-trimethylpentan-1-aminium; 5-(Trimethylammonio)-2-pentanone; 4-Oxopentyltrimethylammonium; 1-Pentanone, 5-(trimethylammonio)-; Trimethyl(5-oxopentyl)ammonium; (4-Oxopentyl)trimethylammonium; Acetonylpropyltrimethylammonium
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Quality Control

Our Trimethyl(4-Oxopentyl)Ammonium is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and test results are available upon request.

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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%

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