Description

1-Ethyl-4-Methylquinolinium Iodide is a quaternary ammonium salt with a quinolinium core, serving as a versatile organic intermediate and building block. Its ionic nature and specific heterocyclic structure make it valuable for synthesizing advanced materials and functional dyes. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from catalysis to optoelectronics.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key precursor for the synthesis of more complex quinoline derivatives and heterocyclic compounds.
• Catalyst Research: Investigated as a potential phase-transfer catalyst or ionic liquid component in specialized organic reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of cyanine dyes and other photosensitizers for imaging and photographic applications.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for developing new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Electrolyte Component: Studied for use in electrochemical devices, such as dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) or batteries.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be employed as a reagent or standard in chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-4-Methylquinolinium Iodide
CAS No.	605-59-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄IN
Molecular Weight	299.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-1-ethylquinolinium iodide; N-Ethyl-4-methylquinolinium iodide; Quinolinium, 1-ethyl-4-methyl-, iodide (1:1); 1-Ethyl-4-methylquinolin-1-ium iodide; 1-Ethyl-4-methylquinoline iodide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-4-Methylquinolinium Iodide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.