Description

4-Vinyl-n-Carboxymethylpyridinium is a versatile and reactive pyridinium derivative, serving as a crucial building block in advanced material synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a vinyl group and a carboxymethyl substituent, makes it an essential monomer for creating polymers with tailored properties. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, specialty polymer, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel functional materials, drug delivery systems, or ion-exchange resins.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring cationic or hydrophilic moieties.
• Functional Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a reactive monomer for producing cationic polymers, hydrogels, and smart materials with applications in water treatment and biomedical devices.
• Ion-Exchange Resins: Used in the manufacture of specialty resins for chromatography, catalysis, and selective ion capture processes.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts a positive surface charge or functional groups to materials like silica, polymers, or membranes for enhanced performance.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in the formulation of coatings, adhesives, and composite materials to improve mechanical strength and chemical resistance.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Acts as a linker molecule for attaching biomolecules (e.g., proteins, peptides) to solid supports or other polymers.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis, polymer science, and material chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Vinyl-n-Carboxymethylpyridinium
CAS No.	72719-54-1
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Carboxymethyl)-4-vinylpyridinium; 4-Vinyl-1-pyridinioacetate; N-Carboxymethyl-4-vinylpyridinium; 4-Vinylpyridinium-1-acetate; 4-Ethenyl-1-pyridinioacetate; 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4-ethenylpyridinium; 4-Vinyl-1-(carboxymethyl)pyridinium
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Quality Control

Our 4-Vinyl-n-Carboxymethylpyridinium is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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