Description

Oxapropanium Iodide is a quaternary ammonium salt with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate and reagent. Its ionic structure and reactivity make it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in specialized organic and pharmaceutical chemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring quaternary ammonium functionalities.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yield and efficiency in organic synthesis.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a key reagent for constructing heterocyclic compounds and other complex molecular architectures in laboratory settings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Specialty Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for cationic surfactants and other specialty chemicals with antimicrobial or antistatic properties.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of ionic liquids, conductive polymers, or other advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxapropanium Iodide
CAS No.	541-66-2
Molecular Formula	C5H12INO
Molecular Weight	229.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-1-aminium iodide; (2-Hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium iodide; 1-Propanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, iodide; Oxapropanium iodide; 2-Hydroxypropyltrimethylammonium iodide; β-Hydroxypropyltrimethylammonium iodide; Choline β-hydroxypropyltrimethylammonium iodide analog
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Quality Control

Our Oxapropanium Iodide is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of 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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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