Description

Triethylcholine is a quaternary ammonium compound and a structural analog of choline, functioning as a competitive inhibitor of choline uptake. This property makes it a valuable research chemical for investigating cholinergic neurotransmission and cellular transport mechanisms. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, and fine chemical sectors for developing and studying neurological agents and biochemical pathways.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: Used as a biochemical tool to study high-affinity choline uptake (HACU) in cholinergic neurons and synaptic function.
• Pharmacological Studies: Serves as a reference standard and inhibitor in assays investigating choline acetyltransferase activity and acetylcholine synthesis.
• Drug Discovery: Acts as a key intermediate or reference compound in the development of novel therapeutic agents targeting the central nervous system.
• Biochemical Synthesis: Employed as a specialized building block in the synthesis of more complex quaternary ammonium salts and labeled compounds for tracer studies.
• Cell Biology: Utilized in research on cell membrane transport systems and the role of choline in cell signaling and lipid metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylcholine
CAS No.	302-61-4
Molecular Formula	C9H22N+
Molecular Weight	144.28 g/mol (cation)
Synonyms	(2-Hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium; Choline, triethyl-; Ethanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N,N,N-triethyl-; N,N,N-Triethylethanolammonium; Triethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium
EINECS	206-124-4

Quality Control

Our Triethylcholine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay purity, water content, and residual solvents.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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