Description

tert-Butylazomethine is a specialized organic compound belonging to the azomethine (imine) class, characterized by its tert-butyl substituent. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex nitrogen-containing molecules and as a precursor for ligands and fine chemicals. It is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing imine or amine functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of nitrogen-donor ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional polymers.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate or intermediate in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form C-N bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butylazomethine
CAS No.	13987-61-6
Molecular Formula	C5H11N
Molecular Weight	85.15 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(tert-Butyl)methanimine; tert-Butyl imine; N-tert-Butylformaldimine; 2-Methyl-2-propanimine; (E)-N-(tert-Butyl)methanimine; Azomethine, tert-butyl-; 1,1-Dimethylethyliminomethane
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butylazomethine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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