Choline hydroxide, 46% w/w aq. soln., Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Choline hydroxide, 46% w/w aq. soln., Thermo Scientific Chemicals
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Choline hydroxide, 46% w/w aq. soln., Thermo Scientific Chemicals

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Choline hydroxide, 46% w/w aq. soln., Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog numberB24443.AP
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS123-41-1
IUPAC Name(2-hydroxyethyl)trimethylazanium hydroxide
Molecular FormulaC5H15NO2
InChI KeyKIZQNNOULOCVDM-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES[OH-].C[N+](C)(C)CCO
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SpecificationsSpecification SheetSpecification Sheet
FormViscous liquid
Assay (Non-aqueous acid-base Titration)≥44.0 to ≤48.0%
CommentMay turn hazy in appearance during storage. Any haziness should not affect it's function
FormViscous liquid
Appearance (Color)Colorless to brown
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Choline hydroxide is used as a precursor molecule for the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, it is involved in several functions including muscle and memory muscle control. It was used as a basic catalyst for aldol condensation reactions.

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
Choline hydroxide is used as a precursor molecule for the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, it is involved in several functions including muscle and memory muscle control. It was used as a basic catalyst for aldol condensation reactions.

Solubility
Fully miscible in water.

Notes
Store in a cool, dry place in tightly closed container. Store away from oxidizing agents, air, acids.
RUO – Research Use Only

General References:

  1. Sònia Abelló; Francisco Medina; Xavier Rodríguez; Yolanda Cesteros; Pilar Salagre; Jesús E. Sueiras; Didier Tichitb and Bernard Coq. Supported choline hydroxide (ionic liquid) as heterogeneous catalyst for aldol condensation reactions. Chem. Commun. 2004, (9), 1096-1097.
  2. Chunyan De; Bin Lu; He Lv; Yuanyuan Yu; Yu Bai; Qinghai Cai. One-Pot Synthesis of Dimethyl Carbonate from Methanol, Propylene Oxide and Carbon Dioxide Over Supported Choline hydroxide/MgO. Catalysis Letters. 2009, 128 (3), 459-464.