Description

Trimethyl-[2-[(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-Yl)Methoxy]Ethyl]Azanium Iodide is a specialized quaternary ammonium salt derivative of 2-pyrrolidone, designed for advanced chemical synthesis and pharmaceutical applications. Its molecular structure combines a cationic trimethylammonium head group with a pyrrolidone-based linker, making it a valuable intermediate for introducing polar, water-soluble functionalities. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the life sciences sector who require high-purity building blocks for drug discovery, material science, and the development of specialty surfactants or ionic liquids.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring quaternary ammonium moieties for enhanced bioavailability or specific ionic interactions.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Synthesis: Used in the preparation of chemical probes, tags, and linkers for bioconjugation strategies in diagnostic assay development and biochemical research.
• Material Science & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty polymers, coatings, or hydrogels with tailored charge and solubility properties.
• Catalysis & Ionic Liquid Precursor: Functions as a precursor for designing task-specific ionic liquids or phase-transfer catalysts used in organic synthesis.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to modify the surface properties of materials, imparting permanent cationic charges to substrates like silica, polymers, or membranes.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in both academic and corporate R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethyl-[2-[(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-Yl)Methoxy]Ethyl]Azanium Iodide
CAS No.	4075-91-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₁IN₂O₂
Molecular Weight	328.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[2-(Trimethylammonio)ethoxy]-2-pyrrolidinone iodide; 2-Pyrrolidinone, 1-[2-(trimethylammonio)ethoxy]-, iodide; N-[2-(Trimethylammonio)ethoxy]-2-pyrrolidinone iodide; (2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidinyl)-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium iodide; 1-(2-Trimethylammonioethoxy)pyrrolidin-2-one iodide; N-(2-Trimethylammoniumethoxy)-2-pyrrolidone iodide; TMAE-Pyrrolidone Iodide
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Quality Control

Our Trimethyl-[2-[(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-Yl)Methoxy]Ethyl]Azanium Iodide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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