Description

(R)-α-Ethyl-α-Methylbenzylamine is a chiral amine building block of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a versatile chiral auxiliary or resolving agent for the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require optically active compounds.

Application

• As a chiral auxiliary or ligand in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.
• As a resolving agent for the separation of racemic mixtures of carboxylic acids and other chiral compounds.
• A key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.
• In the research and development of novel therapeutic agents and bioactive molecules.
• For the preparation of chiral ionic liquids or phase-transfer catalysts.
• In the synthesis of advanced materials and liquid crystals requiring specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-α-Ethyl-α-Methylbenzylamine
CAS No.	10181-67-6
Molecular Formula	C10H15N
Molecular Weight	149.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-Phenyl-1-aminopropane; (R)-1-Amino-1-phenylpropane; (R)-α-Methylphenethylamine; (R)-Amphetamine; (R)-1-Phenylpropylamine; (R)-Norephedrine (deoxy); (R)-Benzenemethanamine, α-ethyl-
EINECS	233-447-4

Quality Control

Our (R)-α-Ethyl-α-Methylbenzylamine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity determination, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended long-term storage at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere for optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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