Description

Triethylpropylammonium Iodide is a quaternary ammonium salt with the CAS number 4186-67-8, valued for its utility as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and ionic liquid precursor. Its structure makes it an effective agent for facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, thereby enhancing reaction rates and yields in specialized syntheses. This compound is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for process development and specialty chemical production.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Used to accelerate organic synthesis reactions, such as alkylations, esterifications, and nucleophilic substitutions, by transferring reactants between aqueous and organic phases.
• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor or component in the formulation of task-specific ionic liquids for green chemistry applications and electrochemical systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where quaternary ammonium salts are required.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Facilitates the production of certain herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or additive in polymerization reactions and the modification of polymer surfaces.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic processes and material science.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in battery electrolytes and electroplating baths due to its ionic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylpropylammonium Iodide
CAS No.	4186-67-8
Molecular Formula	C9H22IN
Molecular Weight	271.18 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N,N-Triethylpropan-1-aminium iodide; N-Propyltriethylammonium iodide; Triethyl(propyl)ammonium iodide; Propyltriethylammonium iodide; TEPAI; 1-Propanaminium, N,N,N-triethyl-, iodide (1:1); N-Triethylpropylammonium iodide; Triethyl-n-propylammonium iodide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Triethylpropylammonium Iodide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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