Description

Diisopropylamine is a versatile secondary amine characterized by its strong basicity and excellent solvent properties. This compound is a critical intermediate and reagent in the synthesis of a wide range of high-value chemicals, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and rubber vulcanization accelerators. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking a reliable, high-purity building block for complex organic synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs requiring a diisopropylamino functional group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Rubber Chemicals: Serves as a crucial component in the manufacture of vulcanization accelerators for the rubber industry.
• Catalyst and Ligand Precursor: Employed in organic synthesis and transition metal catalysis as a base and as a precursor for ligands.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used in specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.
• Organic Solvent: Functions as a strong, non-aqueous base and solvent in various chemical reactions where water-sensitive conditions are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diisopropylamine
CAS No.	108-18-9
Molecular Formula	C6H15N
Molecular Weight	101.19 g/mol
Synonyms	DIPA; N-(1-Methylethyl)-2-propanamine; N-Isopropylpropan-2-amine; 2-Propanamine, N-(1-methylethyl)-; Bis(1-methylethyl)amine; Di-iso-propylamine
EINECS	203-558-5

Quality Control

Our Diisopropylamine is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, water content, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile and flammable nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 15
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.716 - 0.722
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.392 - 1.394

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