Description

1-(Carboxylatomethyl)Dimethylpyridinium is a versatile pyridinium-based zwitterionic compound with significant utility in organic synthesis and materials science. Its structure makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules and functional materials. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or advanced polymeric systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing quaternary ammonium moieties with specific biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce cationic or zwitterionic character into polymers for coatings, membranes, or hydrogels.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis in fine chemical production.
• Surface Active Agents: Utilized in the development of specialty surfactants and betaine-type amphoterics for personal care and industrial formulations.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Functions as a reagent for modifying biomolecules, proteins, or peptides to alter their solubility or introduce specific functional handles.
• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: A precursor for creating task-specific ionic liquids with tailored properties for separation or electrochemical applications.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Carboxylatomethyl)Dimethylpyridinium
CAS No.	85168-84-9
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Carboxymethyl)pyridinium, inner salt; Pyridinium, 1-(carboxymethyl)-, hydroxide, inner salt; (Carboxymethyl)dimethylpyridinium hydroxide; Betaine of N,N-Dimethylglycine and Pyridine; N-Carboxymethylpyridinium betaine; 1-Pyridinioacetate
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Carboxylatomethyl)Dimethylpyridinium is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), residual solvents, and related substances is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.