Description

1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Pyridinium is a versatile organic salt with a CAS number of 42850-10-2, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure makes it particularly useful for constructing complex molecules and facilitating specific reaction pathways. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a phase-transfer catalyst or an ionic liquid precursor in various organic transformations.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of functional dyes, photoinitiators, or advanced polymeric materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Pyridinium
CAS No.	42850-10-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂NO⁺ (typically associated with an anion like chloride, bromide, or iodide)
Molecular Weight	186.23 g/mol (for the cation)
Synonyms	1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)pyridinium; 4-Methoxyphenylpyridinium; N-(4-Methoxyphenyl)pyridinium; p-Methoxyphenylpyridinium; 1-(p-Methoxyphenyl)pyridinium; Pyridinium, 1-(4-methoxyphenyl)-; N-(p-Methoxyphenyl)pyridinium
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Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Pyridinium is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters such as assay (HPLC), impurity profile, and physical characterization. Specifications can be aligned with research-grade or custom purity requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area 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)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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