Description

3-Methylbenzylamine is a versatile aromatic amine derivative, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive primary amine group and a stable aromatic ring, enabling its use in the creation of complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it acts as a key intermediate for active ingredients, dyes, and polymer additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential candidates for central nervous system (CNS) drugs and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as an intermediate for azo dyes and other colorants used in textiles, inks, and plastics.
• Polymer Additives: Employed in the production of epoxy curing agents, corrosion inhibitors, and other specialty additives for polymer systems.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in research laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, including ligands for catalysis and fine chemicals.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used in the development of formulations to protect metals in industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylbenzylamine
CAS No.	100-81-2
Molecular Formula	C8H11N
Molecular Weight	121.18 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Tolylmethylamine; (3-Methylphenyl)methanamine; 3-Methylbenzenemethanamine; m-Methylbenzylamine; 1-(3-Methylphenyl)methanamine; α-Amino-m-xylene; m-Xylylamine; Benzenemethanamine, 3-methyl-
EINECS	202-892-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Methylbenzylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthesis and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its properties as a strong base/organic solvent and being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.535 - 1.545

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