Description

2-Acetyloxypropyl-Trimethyl-Azanium Bromide is a quaternary ammonium salt with a reactive ester functionality. This compound matters as a versatile chemical intermediate, offering a unique combination of a cationic ammonium center and an acetyloxy group for further synthetic modifications. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as synthesizing novel surfactants, phase-transfer catalysts, and biologically active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs requiring cationic or ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel quaternary ammonium-based herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Detergent Formulation: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing cationic surfactants with specific ester linkages for use in fabric softeners, hair conditioners, and industrial cleaners.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Employed in organic synthesis to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases due to its quaternary ammonium structure.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce cationic charges or reactive ester groups into polymer chains for applications in flocculants, coatings, or ion-exchange resins.
• Bioconjugation & Protein Research: The reactive ester group can be utilized for labeling or modifying biomolecules in biochemical research.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: A key intermediate in manufacturing quaternary ammonium-based corrosion inhibitors for industrial water systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Acetyloxypropyl-Trimethyl-Azanium Bromide
CAS No.	4350-27-0
Molecular Formula	C8H18BrNO2
Molecular Weight	240.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Acetoxy-2-(trimethylammonio)propane Bromide; 2-(Trimethylammonio)propyl Acetate Bromide; (2-Acetoxypropyl)trimethylammonium Bromide; 2-Acetoxypropyltrimethylammonium Bromide; Acetylcholine Bromide Impurity; Acetylcholine Related Compound; Trimethyl(2-acetoxypropyl)ammonium Bromide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Acetyloxypropyl-Trimethyl-Azanium Bromide 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 specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and residual solvents is provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with cGMP and other relevant industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	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.