Description

Phenyltrimethylammonium Iodide is a quaternary ammonium salt with significant utility as a phase-transfer catalyst and a versatile chemical intermediate. Its ionic nature and organic cation make it a valuable reagent for facilitating reactions between compounds in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors, where it is used in synthesis and catalysis processes.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Widely employed in organic synthesis to accelerate reactions between ionic and organic reactants in biphasic systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or initiator in specific polymerization reactions and surface modification processes.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies.
• Electrolyte Component: Investigated for use in electrochemical applications and energy storage devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenyltrimethylammonium Iodide
CAS No.	98-04-4
Molecular Formula	C9H14IN
Molecular Weight	263.12 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N,N-Trimethylanilinium Iodide; Trimethylphenylammonium Iodide; PTMA-I; PTA-I; Aniline, N,N,N-trimethyl-, iodide; TMPAI; Phenyltrimethylammonium Iodide Salt; (Phenyltrimethylazaniumyl)iodide
EINECS	202-630-9

Quality Control

Our Phenyltrimethylammonium Iodide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Approx. 230°C (dec.)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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