Description

4-Amino-1-Butanol is a versatile bifunctional organic compound containing both a primary amino group and a primary hydroxyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of a wide range of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. It is particularly sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and material science industries for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), ligands, and functional monomers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug molecules, including β-blockers and other cardiovascular agents.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used as a component in specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metals in industrial systems.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a monomer or chain extender for producing polyamides, polyurethanes, and epoxy curing agents, imparting flexibility and chemical resistance.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Employed in the preparation of nitrogen- and oxygen-containing ligands for metal complexes used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Surface Active Agents: Acts as a raw material for manufacturing certain surfactants and emulsifiers.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Utilized in biochemical research for creating cross-linkers and modifying biomolecules due to its two reactive sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Amino-1-Butanol
CAS No.	13325-10-5
Molecular Formula	C4H11NO
Molecular Weight	89.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Aminobutanol; 4-Aminobutan-1-ol; 1-Hydroxy-4-aminobutane; 4-Hydroxybutylamine; Butanolamine (unspecified isomer); γ-Aminobutanol; ω-Aminobutyl alcohol; Tetramethyleneolamine
EINECS	236-358-5

Quality Control

We maintain strict quality assurance protocols for 4-Amino-1-Butanol. Every batch is manufactured and tested to meet high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of moisture and carbon dioxide from the air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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