Product Introduction
Benzyl trimethylammonium chloride is a white to light yellow crystalline powder at room temperature and pressure, with strong hygroscopic properties. It is easily soluble in water, ethanol, hot benzene, and butanol, slightly soluble in dibutyl phthalate and tributyl phosphate, and insoluble in ether.
Product Properties
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Product Name: |
Benzyl trimethyl ammonium chloride (BTMAC) |
| Other Name: |
Benzyltrimethylammonium chloride TRIMETHYLBENZYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE Benzyl trimethylammonium chloride BTMAC benzyl(trimethyl)azanium;chloride |
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CAS NO.: |
56-93-9 |
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Molecular Formula: |
C10H16ClN |
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Structural Formula: |
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Molecular Weight: |
185.69 |
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Solubility: |
Hygroscopic, it is soluble in water, alcohol, slightly soluble in benzene and acetone. |
Product Specification
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Assay: |
99.0% min |
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Appearance: |
White to off-white crystalline powder |
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Melting point: |
232 ℃-238℃ |
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Moisture: |
0.5%max |
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Free Amine |
0.1%max |
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Amine Salt |
0.3%max |
Product Application

Benzyl trimethyl ammonium chloride (BTMAC) is commonly used as a curing accelerator for polymer polymerization processes, such as in powder coatings and epoxy resins. It also serves as a modification agent for organic bentonite and montmorillonite, a chlorine transfer agent for crude oil dechlorination, and as an oilfield chemical agent. BTMAC functions as a phase transfer catalyst in organic synthesis, facilitating reactions such as halogen replacement, redox reactions, N-alkylation, and carbene dichloride reactions.
Benzyltrimethylammonium chloride is also used as an emulsifier, cellulose solvent, polymerization inhibitor, and cationic surfactant.
Product Packaging & Storage


Packaging:
25kg/drum or 25 kg/bag.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place away from light.
FAQ
Q: Does Benzyltrimethylammonium chloride have a role in wastewater treatment or environmental purification?
A: Yes, as a surfactant, it enhances the solubility and biodegradability of pollutants, aiding in wastewater treatment and soil remediation processes.
Q: How is BTMAC used for agriculture?
A: In agriculture, it may act as an adjuvant in pesticide formulations, improving the penetration and distribution of pesticides, thus enhancing their efficacy
Q: Does Benzyl trimethyl ammonium chloride have any special uses in analytical chemistry?
A: In analytical chemistry, Benzyltrimethylammonium chloride can function as an ion-pairing reagent, enhancing the separation efficiency of certain organic compounds in liquid chromatography (HPLC) or electrophoresis.
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