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Researchers characterized 5-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-tryptammonium (5-HTQ) iodide, a compound with a tryptammonium cation and iodide anion. Crystal structure analysis revealed infinite chains formed by N-H⋯I and O-H⋯I hydrogen bonds.

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Area of Science:

Crystallography
Chemical Physics
Materials Science

Background:

5-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-tryptammonium (5-HTQ) iodide is a quaternary ammonium compound.
Understanding the crystal structure and intermolecular interactions of such compounds is crucial for materials science and drug development.

Purpose of the Study:

To determine the crystal structure of 5-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-tryptammonium (5-HTQ) iodide.
To investigate the hydrogen bonding interactions within the crystal lattice.

Main Methods:

Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis was employed.
The crystal structure was solved and refined.

Main Results:

The asymmetric unit contains one tryptammonium cation and one iodide anion.
Infinite chains along the [100] direction were observed, formed by N-H⋯I and O-H⋯I hydrogen bonds.

Conclusions:

The study elucidates the detailed crystal structure and hydrogen bonding network of 5-HTQ iodide.
The findings provide insights into the solid-state behavior and intermolecular forces governing this compound.