Description

4-[(Triphenylphosphonio)Methyl]Pyridinium Chloride is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt and a key intermediate in organic synthesis, valued for its role as a phase-transfer catalyst and its utility in constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yields and reaction rates in specialized chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by researchers and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Enables reactions between ionic and organic reagents in biphasic systems for alkylation, esterification, and oxidation processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules requiring quaternary ammonium functionalities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or catalyst in the production of specialty polymers and ionic liquids.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a building block for creating novel surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, and conductive materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Facilitates various name reactions, including Wittig-type olefinations and nucleophilic substitutions, in laboratory and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[(Triphenylphosphonio)Methyl]Pyridinium Chloride
CAS No.	34377-84-9
Molecular Formula	C24H23ClNP+ • Cl- or C24H23Cl2NP
Molecular Weight	412.32 g/mol (for C24H23Cl2NP)
Synonyms	4-(Triphenylphosphoniomethyl)pyridinium Chloride; 4-(Triphenylphosphoniomethyl)pyridinium Dichloride; N-(Triphenylphosphoniomethyl)pyridinium Chloride; Pyridinium, 4-[(triphenylphosphonio)methyl]-, chloride; P-Tolyltriphenylphosphonium Chloride (related); TPPMPC; 4-(Triphenylphosphoniummethyl)pyridinium Chloride; 4-Pyridylmethyltriphenylphosphonium Chloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-[(Triphenylphosphonio)Methyl]Pyridinium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH, and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or cGMP guidelines upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator or an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Solubility	Soluble in polar organic solvents (e.g., DMF, DMSO, methanol)

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