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Tetramethylammonium acetate, tech. 90%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: H27659.06
5 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Tetramethylammonium acetate, tech. 90%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: H27659.06
5 g, Each
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Catalog number: H27659.06
also known as H27659-06
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
10581-12-1
IUPAC Name
tetramethylazanium acetate
Molecular Formula
C6H15NO2
InChI Key
MRYQZMHVZZSQRT-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES
CC([O-])=O.C[N+](C)(C)C
Appearance (Color)
White
Form
crystalline powder
Assay (Non-aqueous acid-base Titration)
> 88.0%
Infrared spectrum
conforms to structure
Water Content (Karl Fischer Titration)
< 5.0%

Description

Tetramethylammonium acetate is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and dyestuffs. Further, it is used to prepare (1R,4S)-4-hydroxycyclopent-2-en-1-essigsaeure-methylester by reacting with 1,3-dimethyl-imidazolidin-2-one. In addition to this, it serves as an emulsifier, catalyst, sterilizer, antistatic and antiseptic agent.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Tetramethylammonium acetate is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and dyestuffs. Further, it is used to prepare (1R,4S)-4-hydroxycyclopent-2-en-1-essigsaeure-methylester by reacting with 1,3-dimethyl-imidazolidin-2-one. In addition to this, it serves as an emulsifier, catalyst, sterilizer, antistatic and antiseptic agent.

Solubility
Soluble in water.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Store in a cool place.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Skin Corrosion/Irritation
    Category 2
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 2
    Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure)
    Category 3
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    Hazard Statements

    H315 - Causes skin irritation

    H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

    H335 - May cause respiratory irritation

    Precautionary Statements

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

    P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water

    P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing

    P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

    P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell