Description

3-Acetamido-4-Trimethylammonio-Butanoate is a specialized quaternary ammonium compound with a functionalized butanoate backbone. This molecule is valued for its unique structural features, making it a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules and exploring novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a precursor or standard in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the development of new generation herbicides or plant growth regulators with quaternary ammonium moieties.
• Chiral Synthesis: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the production of enantiomerically pure compounds due to its potential chiral centers.
• Surfactant & Specialty Chemical Research: Investigated for developing novel cationic surfactants or phase-transfer catalysts with specific functional groups.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive in the research of functional polymers and ionic liquids.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Acetamido-4-Trimethylammonio-Butanoate
CAS No.	98855-43-7
Molecular Formula	C10H20N2O3+ • X-
Molecular Weight	216.28 g/mol (cation)
Synonyms	4-(Trimethylammonio)-3-acetamidobutanoate; 3-Acetamido-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate; N-Acetyl-4-trimethylammonio-3-aminobutyric acid; (3-Acetamido-4-trimethylammoniobutyl)carboxylate; ATAB; 98855-43-7; 3-Acetamido-4-trimethylaminobutanoate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Acetamido-4-Trimethylammonio-Butanoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and mass spectrometry, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.