Description

n-(1,1,3,3-Tetramethylbutyl)Formamide is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of formamide derivatives. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique sterically hindered structure. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists, as well as process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel molecules and fine-tuning material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where a bulky, lipophilic substituent is required to modulate bioavailability or receptor binding.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry for the preparation of novel ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce functional amide groups into polymer chains, altering thermal stability, solubility, or mechanical properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and developing proprietary compounds.
• Specialty Surfactants: Can serve as a starting material for the synthesis of specialty surfactants and emulsifiers with specific branching characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(1,1,3,3-Tetramethylbutyl)Formamide
CAS No.	10151-02-7
Molecular Formula	C9H19NO
Molecular Weight	157.25 g/mol
Synonyms	N-tert-Octylformamide; 2,2,4,4-Tetramethylpentan-1-amine-1-carboxaldehyde; Formamide, N-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)-; tert-Octylformamide; 1-Formamido-2,2,4,4-tetramethylpentane; N-(2,2,4,4-Tetramethylpentyl)formamide
EINECS	233-408-8

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of our global B2B clientele.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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