Description

1-Heptyl-4-(4-Pyridyl)Pyridinium Bromide is a specialized quaternary ammonium salt with a unique bipyridinium structure, offering significant value as a versatile ionic liquid precursor and a functional building block in advanced material synthesis. Its molecular design provides distinct properties for applications requiring tailored surface activity, charge transfer, or specific ionic characteristics. This compound is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, catalysis, and specialty polymer development.

Application

• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating task-specific ionic liquids with customized properties for separation processes or green chemistry applications.
• Electrochemical Materials: Used in the development of electrolytes for batteries, supercapacitors, and electrodeposition due to its ionic conductivity and stability.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases in organic synthesis and industrial chemical processes.
• Surfactant & Corrosion Inhibitor Research: Investigated for its surface-active properties and potential use in formulating corrosion inhibitors for industrial systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules for pharmaceutical research and development.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce ionic functionality into polymers, enhancing properties like conductivity, hydrophilicity, or antimicrobial activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Heptyl-4-(4-Pyridyl)Pyridinium Bromide
CAS No.	39127-10-1
Molecular Formula	C17H23BrN2
Molecular Weight	335.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Heptyl-4,4'-bipyridinium bromide; N-Heptyl-4,4'-bipyridinium bromide; 4,4'-Bipyridinium, 1-heptyl-, bromide; Heptylviologen dibromide (common); 1-Heptyl-1,1'-dimethyl-4,4'-bipyridinium dibromide (related); N-Heptyl-N'-methyl-4,4'-bipyridinium dibromide; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our 1-Heptyl-4-(4-Pyridyl)Pyridinium Bromide is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, which includes data from techniques such as NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable for research and development use.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.