Description

2-Methoxyethylamine is a versatile organic amine characterized by its methoxyethyl functional group. This compound is valued for its dual functionality as both a primary amine and an ether, making it a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop active ingredients, functional intermediates, and performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: An effective component in formulations for protecting metal surfaces in industrial cooling and boiler systems.
• Gas Treating Agent: Employed in the purification of natural gas and other industrial gases to remove acidic contaminants like CO₂ and H₂S.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a curing agent, crosslinker, or chain extender in epoxy, polyurethane, and other polymer systems.
• Solvent & Extraction Aid: Serves as a solvent in specialized organic reactions and extraction processes due to its polarity and miscibility.
• Surface Active Agent: Used in the manufacture of surfactants and emulsifiers for various industrial and cleaning applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for introducing the 2-methoxyethylamino moiety into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxyethylamine
CAS No.	109-85-3
Molecular Formula	C₃H₉NO
Molecular Weight	75.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxyethanamine; β-Methoxyethylamine; O-Methyl ethanolamine; 2-Methoxy-1-aminoethane; Aminoethyl methyl ether; Methoxyethylamine; MEAM; 2-MEA; 109-85-3; NSC 9376
EINECS	203-714-2

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxyethylamine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with product specifications meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request.

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 hygroscopic nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to maintain product integrity and prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.870 - 0.890
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.4020 - 1.4060

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