Description

Ethyltrimethylammonium Hydroxide is a quaternary ammonium compound that serves as a powerful organic base and phase-transfer catalyst. This compound is valued for its ability to facilitate reactions in biphasic systems and its utility as a precursor for other quaternary ammonium salts. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors. Its properties make it a key reagent for alkylation and polymerization processes.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Enables reactions between reagents in immiscible solvents, crucial for alkylation and displacement reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Polymerization Catalyst/Modifier: Acts as a catalyst or chain-transfer agent in the production of specific polymers and resins.
• Surfactant & Biocide Precursor: Serves as a key building block for manufacturing quaternary ammonium-based surfactants and disinfectants.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as an ion-pairing agent in chromatography (e.g., HPLC) to improve separation of ionic compounds.
• Electrolyte Component: Used in electrochemical applications and certain battery research.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a strong, soluble organic base for deprotonation and condensation reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyltrimethylammonium Hydroxide
CAS No.	30382-83-3
Molecular Formula	C5H15NO
Molecular Weight	105.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide (1:1); N,N,N-Trimethylethanaminium hydroxide; TMAE hydroxide; Trimethylethylammonium hydroxide; Ethyltrimethylazanium hydroxide; 2-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium; Choline related compound; (2-Hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium hydroxide (common misnomer)
EINECS	250-138-4

Quality Control

Our Ethyltrimethylammonium Hydroxide is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and water content. We support compliance with REACH and other relevant global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its strong alkaline nature and sensitivity to light and atmospheric carbon dioxide, containers must be kept tightly sealed. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 20% in water (or as specified)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	Balance

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