Description

Benzenemethanamine, N,.Alpha.-Dimethyl-, Hydrochloride (1:1) is a high-purity organic salt, also known as α,α-Dimethylbenzylamine Hydrochloride. This compound serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its defined structure and consistent reactivity. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Catalyst and Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of chiral catalysts and ligands used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in the preparation of complex molecules for research and industrial applications.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metals.
• Polymer Additive: Used in the manufacture of polymers and resins as a curing agent or modifier.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanamine, N,.Alpha.-Dimethyl-, Hydrochloride (1:1)
CAS No.	10408-89-6
Molecular Formula	C9H14ClN
Molecular Weight	171.67 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α-Dimethylbenzylamine Hydrochloride; (1-Phenylethyl)dimethylamine Hydrochloride; N,N-Dimethyl-1-phenylethylamine Hydrochloride; N,N-Dimethyl-α-methylbenzylamine Hydrochloride; Benzenemethanamine, N,α-dimethyl-, hydrochloride; 1-Phenylethyl-dimethyl-ammonium chloride; Dimethyl(1-phenylethyl)amine hydrochloride
EINECS	233-876-9

Quality Control

Our Benzenemethanamine, N,.Alpha.-Dimethyl-, Hydrochloride (1:1) is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research clients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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