Description

3,3-Dimethylbutylamine is a versatile organic amine compound, also known by its CAS number 15673-00-4. It serves as a crucial building block in organic synthesis, valued for its role as a sterically hindered primary amine and its reactivity as an alkylating agent. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a bulky tertiary-butyl-like amine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its structure can contribute to biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a curing agent, chain extender, or cross-linking agent in epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and other specialty polymers.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations for metalworking fluids and industrial coatings to provide protective properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories and pilot plants for alkylation reactions, reductive amination, and the preparation of more complex amine derivatives.
• Surfactant & Quaternary Ammonium Salt Precursor: Serves as a raw material for manufacturing cationic surfactants and biocides.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dimethylbutylamine
CAS No.	15673-00-4
Molecular Formula	C6H15N
Molecular Weight	101.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Dimethyl-1-butanamine; tert-Butylmethylamine; 1-Amino-3,3-dimethylbutane; Neohexylamine; 3,3-Dimethylbutylamine; (3,3-Dimethylbutyl)amine; 3,3-Dimethylbutan-1-amine
EINECS	239-752-8

Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dimethylbutylamine is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and acids. Due to its highly volatile and strong alkali/organic solvent nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

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)	0.75 - 0.78
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.415

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