CAS 3165-81-9

1-octadecylpyridinium chloride

Description:

1-Octadecylpyridinium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt characterized by its long hydrophobic alkyl chain and a positively charged pyridinium ring. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white solid and is soluble in polar organic solvents, while being less soluble in water due to its hydrophobic tail. It exhibits surfactant properties, making it useful in various applications, including as a phase transfer catalyst and in the formulation of emulsifiers. The presence of the long alkyl chain contributes to its ability to interact with lipid membranes, which can enhance its effectiveness in biological systems. Additionally, 1-octadecylpyridinium chloride can form micelles and vesicles, making it relevant in drug delivery and nanotechnology. Its quaternary ammonium structure also imparts antimicrobial properties, which can be beneficial in various industrial and medical applications. However, handling this compound requires caution due to its potential toxicity and environmental impact.

Formula: C₂₃H₄₂N·Cl

InChI: InChI=1/C23H42N/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-18-21-24-22-19-17-20-23-24/h17,19-20,22-23H,2-16,18,21H2,1H3/q+1

InChI key: InChIKey=WJDJWDHXZBNQNE-UHFFFAOYSA-M

SMILES: C(CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)[N+]=1C=CC=CC1.[Cl-]

Synonyms:

• 1-Octadecylpyridinium
• Octadecylpyridinium chloride
• Pyridinium, 1-octadecyl-, chloride
• Pyridinium, 1-octadecyl-, chloride (1:1)
• Stearylpyridinium chloride
• 1-Octadecylpyridinium chloride
• Octadecylpyridinium chloride in methanol
• Stearylpyridinium Chloride (25 mg) (1-Octadecylpyridinium chloride)
• 1-octadecylpyridin-1-ium
• 1-octadecylpyridin-1-ium chloride
• 1-stearylpyridin-1-ium chloride

Stearylpyridinium Chloride (1-Octadecylpyridinium chloride)

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Compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring in the structure, nesoi

Formula: C₂₃H₄₂ClN

Color and Shape: White Solid

Molecular weight: 367.30058

Ref: 45-1622044

Stearylpyridinium Chloride

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Formula: C₂₃H₄₂N·Cl

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 368.039

Ref: TR-S316550

Fingolimod Impurity 34

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Formula: C₂₃H₄₂NCl

Molecular weight: 332.6 : 35.45

Ref: ST-EA-CP-F2059

Stearylpyridinium chloride

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Stearylpyridinium chloride is a cationic surfactant that has been used as a precursor to other compounds. It exhibits an inhibitory effect on oxymyoglobin, which is responsible for the development of hypoxia in the body. Stearylpyridinium chloride also inhibits fatty acids from binding to the cell membrane and transporting across it. This property makes it a valuable compound in the production of homologous series of fatty alcohols and fatty acid esters. It can be extracted from recycled sources such as covid-19 pandemic or cetylpyridinium chloride, which are both used in soaps, cosmetics, and lotions. The solid catalyst form of stearylpyridinium chloride is used in industrial settings as a replacement for hydrogen gas. Stearylpyridinium chloride is also used to produce high-quality soap products and other household products.

Formula: C₂₃H₄₂N·Cl

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 368.04 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FS158488