Description

3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyltrimethylammonium Iodide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt, valued for its role as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and organic synthesis intermediate. Its structure, featuring a trifluoromethylphenyl group, imparts unique reactivity and solubility properties critical for advanced chemical manufacturing. This compound is essential for researchers and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to optimize reaction efficiency and develop novel fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly in alkylation, esterification, and polymerization processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing trifluoromethyl groups for enhanced metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the CF₃ group improves biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and methylation reactions under mild conditions.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor or additive in the development of ionic liquids, surfactants, and specialty polymers.
• Laboratory Research & Development: A valuable tool for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyltrimethylammonium Iodide
CAS No.	27389-57-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₃F₃IN
Molecular Weight	355.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Trimethyl[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]ammonium Iodide; [3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]trimethylammonium Iodide; N,N,N-Trimethyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)anilinium Iodide; m-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyltrimethylammonium Iodide; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)-N,N,N-trimethylbenzenaminium Iodide; TTPAI; TTFMPTAI
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyltrimethylammonium Iodide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability.

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 after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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