Thermo Scientific™ Trimethylamine 50% (w/w) 7.3 M in aqueous solution, pure

Trimethylamine (TMA) is a volatile, water-soluble tertiary amine supplied as a 50 wt.% (7.3 M) aqueous solution. Thermo Scientific™ Trimethylamine is used extensively in organic synthesis, catalysis, polymer chemistry, and biochemical research. As a nucleophilic base and alkylating agent, it serves in the preparation of quaternary ammonium compounds, phase-transfer catalysts, and pharmaceutical intermediates.

This ready-to-use aqueous solution is ideal for laboratories seeking controlled, water-compatible handling of trimethylamine, avoiding the risks associated with handling gaseous or anhydrous forms.

Key Features & Benefits

• High-Concentration Aqueous Solution (50 wt.%)
  Equivalent to 7.3 M concentration, suitable for precise stoichiometric applications.
• Clear, Colorless Solution
  Easy to dispense and mix with aqueous and polar organic solvents.
• Versatile Synthetic Reagent
  Functions as a base, nucleophile, and precursor to quaternary ammonium salts.
• Safer Alternative to Gaseous TMA
  Reduced volatility and easier storage compared to anhydrous form.
• Broad Compatibility
  Suitable for research, industrial synthesis, and academic chemistry labs.

Chemical Identity & Properties

Applications

• Organic & Medicinal Chemistry
  • Precursor to quaternary ammonium salts
  • Nucleophilic base in substitution and condensation reactions
• Phase Transfer & Polymer Catalysis
  • Used in preparation of ionic liquids and resin hardeners
• Analytical Chemistry
  • Reagent for nitrogen-containing compound detection
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis
  • Used in synthesis of intermediates, choline analogs, and bioactive compounds
• Industrial Chemical Manufacturing
  • Intermediate for solvents, surfactants, and agrochemicals

Thermo Scientific™ Trimethylamine (50 wt.% Aqueous Solution) is a highly concentrated, research-grade reagent for use in a variety of organic, industrial, and synthetic chemical processes. It offers the benefits of high reactivity while ensuring safer handling than its anhydrous or gaseous counterparts. This formulation is ideal for laboratories requiring accurate dosing, aqueous compatibility, and versatility in synthesis.