Description

1-Ethyl-4-Methylpyridinium Bromide is a high-purity ionic liquid and versatile organic salt. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and as a functional material in electrochemical applications. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new materials and processes.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical molecules and active ingredients.
• Utilized as a phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) in organic reactions to enhance reaction rates and yields.
• Acts as a functional ionic liquid in electrochemical applications, including electrolytes for batteries and capacitors.
• Serves as a building block for the preparation of other quaternary ammonium salts and specialty surfactants.
• Employed in academic and industrial research for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Used in the formulation of specialty coatings and materials where specific ionic properties are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-4-Methylpyridinium Bromide
CAS No.	32353-49-4
Molecular Formula	C8H12BrN
Molecular Weight	202.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-1-ethylpyridinium Bromide; N-Ethyl-4-picolinium Bromide; 1-Ethyl-4-picolinium Bromide; 4-Picoline Ethyl Bromide; EMPB; 1-Ethyl-4-methylpyridin-1-ium Bromide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-4-Methylpyridinium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for all critical parameters are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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

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