Description

Ethyltrimethylammonium Iodide is a quaternary ammonium salt with significant utility as a phase-transfer catalyst and chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields in organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in research, development, and manufacturing processes.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Used to accelerate reactions in biphasic systems, particularly in alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the preparation of other quaternary ammonium compounds and specialty surfactants.
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the synthesis of certain herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and novel synthetic pathways.
• Surface Modification Agent: Can be used to modify the surface properties of materials for specific industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyltrimethylammonium Iodide
CAS No.	51-93-4
Molecular Formula	C5H14IN
Molecular Weight	215.08 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N,N-Trimethylethanaminium Iodide; Ethanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-, iodide (1:1); TEMA Iodide; Trimethylethylammonium Iodide; (Ethyltrimethyl)ammonium Iodide; Ethyltrimethylammonium Iodide Salt; ETMAI
EINECS	200-108-4

Quality Control

Our Ethyltrimethylammonium Iodide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. A 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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