Description

n-Ethylbenzylamine is a versatile secondary amine featuring both aromatic and aliphatic substituents, offering unique reactivity and solubility profiles. This compound serves as a crucial building block and intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, valued for its role in introducing the ethylbenzylamino functional group. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and polymer chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring secondary amine linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Employed in industrial lubricants and cooling systems due to its basicity and film-forming properties.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a curing agent, catalyst, or monomer in epoxy resins and polyurethane systems.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reactant for alkylation and amination reactions in fine chemical and academic research laboratories.
• Surfactant & Quaternary Ammonium Salt Production: Used as a starting material for manufacturing cationic surfactants and fabric softeners.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Ethylbenzylamine
CAS No.	14321-27-8
Molecular Formula	C9H13N
Molecular Weight	135.21 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Ethylbenzylamine; N-Benzylethylamine; (Ethylamino)methylbenzene; Ethyl(phenylmethyl)amine; Benzylamine, N-ethyl-; N-Ethyl(phenyl)methanamine; α-(Ethylamino)toluene; BEA
EINECS	238-268-9

Quality Control

Our n-Ethylbenzylamine is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.520 - 1.525
Density (20°C)	0.930 - 0.950 g/mL

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