Description

Methyl-Trioctyl-Azanium Chloride CAS NO 76925-99-0 is a quaternary ammonium salt widely recognized for its utility as a phase-transfer catalyst and surfactant. Its structure enables it to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, significantly improving reaction rates and yields in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking efficient and selective synthetic pathways.

Application

• As a phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) in alkylation, esterification, and nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Utilized in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Acts as an emulsifier or surfactant in specialized formulations and polymerization processes.
• Employed in analytical chemistry for ion-pair extraction techniques.
• Used in the manufacture of agrochemicals, including herbicides and pesticides.
• Potential application as an antistatic agent or biocide in industrial processes.
• Facilitates reactions in green chemistry applications by enabling the use of aqueous-organic biphasic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-Trioctyl-Azanium Chloride
CAS No.	76925-99-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₅H₅₄ClN
Molecular Weight	404.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyltrioctylammonium Chloride; Trioctylmethylammonium Chloride; Aliquat® 336; Adogen® 464; N-Methyl-N,N-dioctyloctan-1-aminium Chloride; MTAC; TOAC; 1-Octanaminium, N-methyl-N,N-dioctyl-, chloride
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Quality Control

Our Methyl-Trioctyl-Azanium Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications, including assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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