Description

N,N-Dimethyl-1,2-ethanediammonium iodide is a quaternary ammonium salt with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate and phase-transfer catalyst. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields in specialized organic syntheses. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Used to accelerate reactions between ionic and organic reactants in biphasic systems, improving efficiency in alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing quaternary ammonium functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its catalytic properties are leveraged.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or catalyst in the synthesis of specialty polymers, including ion-exchange resins and materials with specific surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in laboratories for various nucleophilic substitution and quaternization reactions to introduce dimethylaminoethyl groups.
• Surface Active Agent Precursor: A starting material for manufacturing certain cationic surfactants and biocides.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N-Dimethyl-1,2-ethanediammonium Iodide
CAS No.	244234-52-4
Molecular Formula	C6H17IN2
Molecular Weight	244.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Ethanediaminium, N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-, diiodide; N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediammonium diiodide; TMEDA diiodide; N,N,N',N'-Tetramethyl-1,2-ethanediammonium diiodide; Tetramethylethylenediammonium iodide; 1,2-Bis(dimethylammonio)ethane diiodide; N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine dihydroiodide; Contact for details on EINECS

Quality Control

Our N,N-Dimethyl-1,2-ethanediammonium iodide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical properties 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 sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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