Description

Pyridinium, Ethyl-1-(Phenylmethyl)-, Chloride, Mixed With Methyl-1-(Phenylmethyl)Pyridinium Chloride is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt mixture, valued for its role as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst and ionic liquid precursor. This compound is essential for facilitating reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, thereby enhancing reaction rates and yields in specialized organic syntheses. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for process development and advanced material research.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): Enables and accelerates reactions between ionic and organic reagents in biphasic systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Facilitates the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Critical for producing specialty chemicals, dyes, and flavor/fragrance compounds.
• Ionic Liquid Research: Serves as a key starting material or component for novel ionic liquids with tailored properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or additive in polymerization reactions and polymer modification processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyridinium, Ethyl-1-(Phenylmethyl)-, Chloride, Mixed With Methyl-1-(Phenylmethyl)Pyridinium Chloride
CAS No.	68955-13-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Benzyl Ethyl Pyridinium Chloride (Mixed Isomer); Benzyl Methyl Pyridinium Chloride Mixture; N-Benzyl-N-ethylpyridinium Chloride (Mixed); N-Benzyl-N-methylpyridinium Chloride (Mixed); Mixed Benzylalkylpyridinium Chlorides; Quaternary Ammonium Salt Catalyst; PTC Catalyst; Ionic Liquid Intermediate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Every batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and composition, with a focus on meeting the stringent requirements for catalyst and intermediate applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Total Quaternary Salts)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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