Description

Dibenzylamine is a versatile secondary amine with a molecular structure featuring two benzyl groups attached to a nitrogen atom. This compound serves as a valuable strong base and organic solvent in numerous synthetic and industrial processes. It is a critical intermediate and reagent for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly as a building block for compounds with nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Acts as a key raw material in the formulation of high-performance corrosion inhibitors for industrial cooling water systems and metalworking fluids.
• Catalyst and Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of phase-transfer catalysts and as a ligand precursor in organometallic chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Rubber & Polymer Additive: Functions as an accelerator or vulcanization agent in rubber processing and as a stabilizer in polymer formulations.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of various organic dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibenzylamine
CAS No.	103-49-1
Molecular Formula	C14H15N
Molecular Weight	197.28 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Benzylbenzenemethanamine; N,N-Dibenzylamine; DBA; Benzenemethanamine, N-(phenylmethyl)-; Bis(phenylmethyl)amine; N-Benzylbenzylamine; NSC 403697; FEMA No. 2140
EINECS	203-117-7

Quality Control

Our Dibenzylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the required specifications for your application. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.574 - 1.578
Density (20°C)	1.025 - 1.035 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.