Description

2-Naphthoylethyltrimethylammonium is a specialized quaternary ammonium salt with a naphthoyl functional group, offering unique chemical reactivity and surfactant properties. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis and as a potential cationic surfactant or phase-transfer catalyst. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases in organic synthesis.
• Cationic Surfactant Precursor: Employed in the development of specialty surfactants for various industrial applications.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic and medicinal chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Naphthoylethyltrimethylammonium
CAS No.	31059-54-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₁NO₂⁺ (as cation, typically associated with an anion like iodide or chloride)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	2-(2-Naphthoyloxy)-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium; N,N,N-Trimethyl-2-[(naphthalen-2-ylcarbonyl)oxy]ethanaminium; Ethanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-2-[(2-naphthoyl)oxy]-; 2-Naphthoic acid 2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl ester; Trimethyl(2-((2-naphthoyl)oxy)ethyl)ammonium
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Naphthoylethyltrimethylammonium is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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