Description

(2-Cyanoethyl)(Dimethyl)Ammonium Bromide is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt with a reactive cyanoethyl group. This compound matters as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of functionalized ionic liquids, phase-transfer catalysts, and specialty surfactants. It is needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring quaternary ammonium functionalities.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yields and reaction rates in alkylation and other organic transformations.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Serves as a key building block for the creation of task-specific ionic liquids used as green solvents or electrolytes.
• Surface-Active Agent Synthesis: An intermediate for producing cationic surfactants and fabric softeners with specific performance characteristics.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce cationic or cyano-functional groups into polymer backbones for specialty coatings or adhesives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators that contain quaternary ammonium moieties.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Cyanoethyl)(Dimethyl)Ammonium Bromide
CAS No.	253875-98-8
Molecular Formula	C5H11BrN2
Molecular Weight	179.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyanoethyldimethylammonium Bromide; N,N-Dimethyl-2-cyanoethylammonium Bromide; 3-(Dimethylamino)propionitrile Hydrobromide; (3-Cyanopropyl)dimethylammonium Bromide; Dimethyl(2-cyanoethyl)ammonium Bromide; N-(2-Cyanoethyl)-N,N-dimethylammonium Bromide; (β-Cyanoethyl)dimethylammonium Bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Cyanoethyl)(Dimethyl)Ammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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