Description

2-(n-Methyl-n-Butylamino)Ethylamine is a versatile bifunctional amine intermediate featuring both primary and tertiary amine functionalities. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of specialized chemicals, offering reactivity at two distinct nitrogen sites. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for creating active ingredients, catalysts, and functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific amine-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its amine groups facilitate the formation of active molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a curing agent, cross-linking agent, or chain extender in epoxy, polyurethane, and other specialty polymer systems.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into industrial lubricants and cooling fluids where its amine structure provides effective metal surface protection.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Employed in the development of organometallic catalysts and complexing agents for chemical synthesis.
• Surfactant & Demulsifier Production: Functions as a raw material for synthesizing specialty surfactants used in oilfield chemicals and industrial cleaning formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(n-Methyl-n-Butylamino)Ethylamine
CAS No.	15404-06-5
Molecular Formula	C7H18N2
Molecular Weight	130.23 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyl-N-butyl-1,2-ethanediamine; N-Butyl-N-methylethylenediamine; 1,2-Ethanediamine, N-butyl-N-methyl-; 2-(Methylbutylamino)ethylamine; MBEA; N-Methyl-N-butyl ethylenediamine; 2-(N-Methyl-N-butylamino)ethanamine
EINECS	239-397-5

Quality Control

Our 2-(n-Methyl-n-Butylamino)Ethylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and test results are provided with every 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.820 - 0.840
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440

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