Description

3-Hydroxymethylpyridinium Chloride is a versatile pyridine derivative and quaternary ammonium salt, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which provides both a reactive hydroxymethyl group and a positively charged pyridinium moiety, enabling its use in the creation of complex molecules and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients, catalysts, and ionic liquids.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs targeting the nervous system or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its pyridine core.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Functions as an efficient catalyst in two-phase reaction systems, facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible solvents.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing task-specific ionic liquids used in green chemistry and separation processes.
• Bioconjugation & Protein Modification: The reactive chloromethyl group can be used for labeling or modifying biomolecules in biochemical research.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations to protect metals in industrial cooling and processing systems.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Imparts cationic functionality or cross-linking sites to polymers, enhancing properties for coatings or adhesives.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxymethylpyridinium Chloride
CAS No.	52761-08-7
Molecular Formula	C6H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	145.59 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridinium Chloride; Pyridinium, 3-(hydroxymethyl)-, chloride; 3-Pyridinemethanol, hydrochloride; 3-Pyridylmethanol Hydrochloride; (3-Pyridyl)methanol Hydrochloride; 3-Hydroxymethylpyridine Hydrochloride; Nicotinyl Alcohol Hydrochloride; NSC 403697
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Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxymethylpyridinium Chloride 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 synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product stability and performance.

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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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