Description

n-[(4-Chlorophenyl)Methylene]Methanamine is a versatile organic intermediate featuring a reactive imine functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing chlorinated aromatic and imine motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the chlorophenyl group for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Serves as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing Schiff bases, ligands, and other specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the development of organic polymers, coatings, or functional materials that require specific aromatic amine derivatives.
• Chemical Intermediate for Dyes & Pigments: Can be utilized in the synthesis of complex dye molecules and colorants due to its reactive imine group.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-[(4-Chlorophenyl)Methylene]Methanamine
CAS No.	13114-22-2
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClN
Molecular Weight	153.61 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chlorobenzylidene-methylamine; N-[(4-Chlorophenyl)methylene]methanamine; 1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-N-methylmethanimine; p-Chlorobenzylidene methylamine; (4-Chlorobenzylidene)methylamine; Schiff base of 4-chlorobenzaldehyde and methylamine; 4-Chloro-N-methylbenzylidenimine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of n-[(4-Chlorophenyl)Methylene]Methanamine adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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%

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