Description

4-Methylmorpholine is a versatile tertiary amine and a key organic intermediate with significant industrial utility. Its strong basicity and excellent solvent properties make it a crucial component in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This high-purity chemical is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and fine chemical sectors seeking a reliable and reactive building block for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly as a catalyst or acid scavenger.
• Polymer Industry: Used as a catalyst in the production of polyurethane foams and as a curing agent for epoxy resins.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Employed in formulations for boiler water treatment and metalworking fluids to protect against corrosion.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile base and solvent in a wide range of organic reactions, including alkylations and acylations.
• Gas Treating: Utilized as an absorbent for the removal of acidic gases like carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide in natural gas processing.
• Electroplating Additive: Acts as a brightening agent and leveler in electroplating baths for metals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylmorpholine
CAS No.	109-02-4
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO
Molecular Weight	101.15 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methylmorpholine; 4-Methylmorpholine; N-Methyltetrahydro-1,4-oxazine; Morpholine, 4-methyl-; 1,4-Oxazine, tetrahydro-4-methyl-; NMM; MMO; N-Methylmorpholine (NMM)
EINECS	203-640-0

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylmorpholine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding industrial and pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption and evaporation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.433 - 1.435
Density (20°C)	0.915 - 0.920 g/mL
Boiling Point	~115 °C

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