Description

Ammonium Trichloroacetate is a versatile ammonium salt of trichloroacetic acid, valued for its role as a key intermediate and reagent in specialized chemical synthesis. Its primary commercial importance lies in its utility for introducing the trichloroacetate moiety and as a source of the ammonium cation under controlled conditions. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a building block or reagent in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a precursor or catalyst in various organic transformations and specialty chemical manufacturing.
• Laboratory Research: Employed as a analytical reagent or standard in chemical research and development.
• Crosslinking Agent: Potential use in polymer chemistry for modifying material properties.
• Biochemical Studies: Can be utilized in protein precipitation and other biochemical laboratory procedures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Trichloroacetate
CAS No.	7646-88-0
Molecular Formula	C2H4Cl3NO2
Molecular Weight	186.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Trichloroacetic acid ammonium salt; Ammonium TCA; TCA-ammonium; Ammonium trichloroethanoate; Trichloroacetate ammonium salt; ATC; Ammonium salt of trichloroacetic acid
EINECS	231-587-8

Quality Control

Our Ammonium Trichloroacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or decomposition. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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