Description

1-(Carboxylatomethyl)Methylpyridinium is a specialized pyridinium-based ionic compound with a carboxylate functional group, offering unique reactivity and solubility properties. This compound is valued as a versatile intermediate and catalyst in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of quaternary ammonium compounds with specific biological activities.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Employed in organic synthesis to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yield and efficiency in alkylation and other key transformations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific ionic characteristics.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating task-specific ionic liquids used in green chemistry applications, separations, and electrochemistry.
• Surface Modification Agent: Applied in material science to modify the surface properties of polymers, silica, or other substrates to enhance wettability, adhesion, or biocompatibility.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Utilized in biochemical research for labeling or crosslinking biomolecules like proteins and peptides due to its reactive carboxylate group.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Carboxylatomethyl)Methylpyridinium
CAS No.	85650-88-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight	151.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Carboxymethyl)pyridinium; N-Carboxymethylpyridinium; Pyridinium, 1-(carboxymethyl)-; 1-Pyridiniumacetic acid; (Carboxymethyl)pyridinium; N-(Carboxymethyl)pyridinium inner salt; Betaine of N-methylpyridine
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Carboxylatomethyl)Methylpyridinium is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.