Description

Acetylcholine Bromide CAS NO 66-23-9 is a quaternary ammonium salt and a stable, crystalline analogue of the essential neurotransmitter acetylcholine. This compound is a critical research-grade chemical for investigating cholinergic systems and serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers for developing and studying neurological agents, receptor ligands, and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmacological Research: A key reference standard and tool compound for studying muscarinic and nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in vitro and in vivo.
• Neuroscience Studies: Used to investigate synaptic transmission, neural signaling pathways, and the effects of cholinergic agents.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Employed as a substrate or control in enzymatic assays, such as those for cholinesterase activity.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block and precursor in the synthesis of more complex cholinergic drugs and diagnostic agents.
• Academic & Educational Use: Serves as a teaching aid in advanced chemistry and neurobiology courses for demonstrating neurotransmitter chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetylcholine Bromide
CAS No.	66-23-9
Molecular Formula	C7H16BrNO2
Molecular Weight	226.11 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Acetoxyethyl)trimethylammonium Bromide; Acetylcholine Bromide Salt; ACh Bromide; 2-(Acetyloxy)-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium Bromide; Ethanaminium, 2-(acetyloxy)-N,N,N-trimethyl-, bromide; Bromide of Acetylcholine; O-Acetylcholine Bromide
EINECS	200-622-8

Quality Control

Our Acetylcholine Bromide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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