Chemical Name: | methyl sulfate;tris(2-hydroxyethyl)-methylazanium |
CAS Number: | 29463-06-7 |
Product Number: | AG00BE28(AGN-PC-0JLNWL) |
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Molecular Formula: | C8H21NO7S |
Molecular Weight: | 275.31984 |
Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)methylammonium methyl sulfate is commonly utilized in chemical synthesis as a versatile phase-transfer catalyst. This compound features a quaternary ammonium structure, giving it excellent solubility in both organic and aqueous media. In organic synthesis, it acts as an efficient reagent in various reactions, such as the phase-transfer alkylation and acylation of nucleophiles. Furthermore, it is frequently employed in pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of biologically active compounds due to its ability to facilitate reactions between immiscible reactants. Its unique properties make it a valuable tool in the field of chemical synthesis, enabling efficient and selective transformations to be carried out with high yields.