Description

2-Methyl-Benzenemethanaminhydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt, specifically the hydrochloride salt of 2-methylbenzylamine. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its defined reactivity and consistent quality. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzylamine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides as a structural component.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research and development for creating complex molecules, including ligands, dyes, and polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and scale-up studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to manufacturing specialty chemicals, such as corrosion inhibitors, surfactants, and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-Benzenemethanaminhydrochloride
CAS No.	14865-38-4
Molecular Formula	C8H12ClN
Molecular Weight	157.64 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylbenzylamine hydrochloride; (2-Methylphenyl)methanamine hydrochloride; α-Methylbenzylamine hydrochloride (Note: This typically refers to 1-phenylethylamine HCl, but is a common misnomer); o-Tolylmethylamine hydrochloride; 2-Methylbenzenemethanamine hydrochloride; 1-(2-Methylphenyl)methanamine hydrochloride; Benzenemethanamine, 2-methyl-, hydrochloride; o-Methylbenzylamine hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-Benzenemethanaminhydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use as a synthetic intermediate.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties. Keep away from incompatible materials.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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