Description

4-(3-Chloropropyl)Morpholinium Chloride is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt with a reactive chloropropyl side chain, serving as a key synthetic intermediate. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a functionalizing agent, introducing the morpholinium moiety to create cationic surfactants, phase-transfer catalysts, and specialty polymers. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients, modify surfaces, and develop novel ionic liquids.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring cationic or amphiphilic properties.
• Cationic Surfactant Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for manufacturing quaternary ammonium surfactants used in fabric softeners, hair conditioners, and disinfectants.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Employed to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yields in organic synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce cationic charges into polymers for applications in water treatment, paper manufacturing, and flocculants.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Serves as a building block for creating novel ionic liquids with tailored properties for green chemistry and electrochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Incorporated into the production of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators that benefit from its structural features.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used in the development of additives for industrial coolants and metalworking fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Chloropropyl)Morpholinium Chloride
CAS No.	57616-74-7
Molecular Formula	C7H15Cl2NO
Molecular Weight	200.11 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(3-Chloropropyl)morpholinium chloride; Morpholine, 4-(3-chloropropyl)-, hydrochloride; 3-Chloropropylmorpholinium chloride; 4-(3-Chloropropyl)morpholine hydrochloride; N-(γ-Chloropropyl)morpholinium chloride; 1-Morpholino-3-chloropropane hydrochloride; 4-(3-Chloropropyl)-4-azoniabicyclo[2.2.2]octane chloride (common mis-association); MPC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(3-Chloropropyl)Morpholinium Chloride adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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