Description

1-(Dimethylamino)-1-Propanol is a versatile tertiary amino alcohol with a unique bifunctional structure, serving as a valuable intermediate and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis. Its combination of a basic dimethylamino group and a reactive hydroxyl group makes it a critical building block for modifying chemical properties and reaction pathways. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop high-performance products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs requiring amino alcohol functionalities.
• Catalyst and Neutralizing Agent: Acts as an efficient catalyst in polyurethane foam production and as a neutralizing agent for acidic components in various formulations.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Serves as a key raw material for manufacturing high-performance corrosion inhibitors used in industrial water treatment and metalworking fluids.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce tertiary amine groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like dyeability, adhesion, and antistatic performance.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: A building block for producing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Gas Treating Agent: Utilized in formulations for the selective removal of acidic gases like CO₂ and H₂S in natural gas processing.
• Surfactant and Emulsifier Production: Reacted with fatty acids or other hydrophobic chains to create cationic or amphoteric surfactants.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as a crosslinker in epoxy resin systems and other thermosetting polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Dimethylamino)-1-Propanol
CAS No.	13948-35-1
Molecular Formula	C₅H₁₃NO
Molecular Weight	103.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Dimethylamino)-1-propanol; 3-Dimethylamino-1-propanol; 1-Propanol, 3-(dimethylamino)-; N,N-Dimethyl-3-amino-1-propanol; 3-Hydroxypropyldimethylamine; DMAP-OH; β-Dimethylaminopropanol; N,N-Dimethyl-3-hydroxypropylamine
EINECS	237-714-5

Quality Control

Our 1-(Dimethylamino)-1-Propanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for industrial and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.4380 - 1.4420
Density (20°C)	0.870 - 0.890 g/mL

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