Compound Q&A
How is Polyquaternium-1 (CAS: 75345-27-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
Polyquaternium-1 is synthesized through the reaction of 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) with an alkylating agent such as methyl chloroformate. The synthesis typically involves the free radical polymerization of HEMA followed by alkylation to introduce the quaternary ammonium group. Common catalysts include azobisisobutyronitrile (AIBN) as an initiator. The yield and selectivity of the product are influenced by reaction temperature and time.
About
CAS No
75345-27-6
English Name
Polyquaternium-1
Molecular Formula
C22H48Cl3N3O6
Molecular Weight
556.99 g/mol
SMILES
C[N+](C)(CC=CC[N+](CCO)(CCO)CCO)CC=CC[N+](CCO)(CCO)CCO.[Cl-].[Cl-].[Cl-]
InChIKey
OTIWYSKRSMXGNK-VHJGTCNUSA-K
Last Updated: 2025-10-05 08:54
