Description

1-Cyclopropyl-Ethylamine is a versatile chiral amine building block of significant importance in modern organic synthesis. Its unique cyclopropyl-substituted ethylamine structure offers a valuable combination of steric and electronic properties for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the cyclopropyl group enhances biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in custom synthesis and the manufacture of specialty chemicals requiring a rigid, strained ring system.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical spaces and reaction methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Cyclopropyl-Ethylamine
CAS No.	1621-24-5
Molecular Formula	C5H11N
Molecular Weight	85.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(1-Aminoethyl)cyclopropane; α-Methylcyclopropanemethylamine; (1-Cyclopropylethyl)amine; 1-Cyclopropylethanamine; rac-1-Cyclopropylethylamine; (±)-1-Cyclopropylethylamine; Cyclopropanemethanamine, α-methyl-; 1-Cyclopropyl-1-ethanamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Cyclopropyl-Ethylamine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assay and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

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 highly volatile and basic nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to minimize oxidation and moisture absorption. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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