Description

Ammonium, (6-bromohexyl)trimethyl-, bromide (CAS No. 32765-81-4) is a quaternary ammonium compound with the molecular formula C₉H₂₁Br₂N. This high-purity reagent is widely utilized in organic synthesis, material science, and biochemical research due to its unique cationic and bromoalkyl functionalities. The compound features a hexyl chain terminated by a bromine atom and a trimethylammonium group, making it a versatile intermediate for phase-transfer catalysis, surfactant studies, and polymer modification. Its crystalline form ensures consistent reactivity and ease of handling in controlled environments. Suitable for advanced research applications, this product is rigorously tested for purity and stability, meeting the stringent demands of laboratory and industrial settings.

Properties

• CAS Number: 32765-81-4
• Complexity: 86.1
• IUPAC Name: 6-bromohexyl(trimethyl)ammonium;bromide
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H21BrN.BrH/c1-11(2,3)9-7-5-4-6-8-10;/h4-9H2,1-3H3;1H/q+1;/p-1
• InChI Key: KNKBZYUINRTEOG-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• Exact Mass: 303.00203
• Molecular Formula: C9H21Br2N
• Molecular Weight: 303.08
• SMILES: C[N+](C)(C)CCCCCCBr.[Br-]
• Monoisotopic Mass: 301.00407
• Synonyms: Ammonium, (6-bromohexyl)trimethyl-, bromide, EC 608-782-0, 608-782-0, 32765-81-4, 1-Bromo-6-(trimethylammonium)hexyl Bromide, (6-Bromohexyl)trimethylammonium Bromide, 6-bromo-N,N,N-trimethylhexan-1-aminium bromide, 6-bromohexyl(trimethyl)azanium;bromide, Bromohexyltrimethylaminium bromide, SCHEMBL281660, DTXSID60431912, KNKBZYUINRTEOG-UHFFFAOYSA-M, 6-bromohexyltrimethylammonium bromide, MFCD00545103, AKOS040768069, 6-bromohexyl(trimethyl)ammonium;bromide, FB19160, (6-Bromohexyl)Trimethyl Ammonium Bromide, NS00078287, 6-Bromo-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-hexanaminium bromide;(6-Bromohexyl)trimethylammonium bromide

Application

Ammonium, (6-bromohexyl)trimethyl-, bromide is commonly employed as a phase-transfer catalyst in organic synthesis, facilitating reactions between immiscible reactants. It serves as a key intermediate in the preparation of cationic surfactants and antimicrobial agents due to its quaternary ammonium structure. Researchers also utilize this compound in polymer science to modify surface properties or create functionalized materials. Its dual reactivity (bromoalkyl and ammonium groups) makes it valuable for crosslinking or derivatization in bioconjugation studies.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H314 (100%): Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H317 (100%): May cause an allergic skin reaction [Warning Sensitization, Skin]
• H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P260, P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301+P317, P301+P330+P331, P302+P352, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P305+P354+P338, P316, P319, P321, P330, P333+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P363, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Acute Tox. 4 (100%)
• Skin Corr. 1B (100%)
• Skin Sens. 1 (100%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
• STOT SE 3 (100%)

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