Phenyltrimethylammonium chloride is an effective phase transfer catalyst, methylating agent, also useful for alkaline depolymerizations, corrosion inhibitor for low carbon steel.
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Applications
Phenyltrimethylammonium chloride is an effective phase transfer catalyst, methylating agent, also useful for alkaline depolymerizations, corrosion inhibitor for low carbon steel.
Solubility
Soluble in water 333 g/L.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Store under inert gas. Store away from oxidizing agent, water/ moisture.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Paul G. Sears; Eugene D. Wilhoit and Lyle R. Dawson. Conductances of Trimethylphenylammonium Chloride and Iodide in Water and in Dimethylformamide at 25°C. J. Chem. Phys. 1955, 23 (7), 1274.
- T. Jiang; M.J. Chollier Brym; G. Dubéb, A. Lasia; G.M. Brisard. Electrodeposition of Aluminum from ionic liquids: Part II - studies on the electrodeposition of aluminum from aluminum chloride (AICl3) - trimethylphenylammonium chloride (TMPAC) ionic liquids. Surface and Coatings Technology. 2006, 201, (1-2), 10-18.