Description

n-Butyldioctylamine is a high-purity tertiary amine compound, identified by CAS NO 15959-40-7. It serves as a versatile intermediate and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis, valued for its strong basicity and solubility in organic matrices. This specialty chemical is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking reliable, high-performance building blocks for complex formulations.

Application

• Catalyst and Phase-Transfer Agent: Employed in organic synthesis reactions, including alkylations and polymerizations, where its strong basicity and solubility are advantageous.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals requiring high-purity amine precursors.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as a key component in industrial lubricants and fuel additives to protect metal surfaces.
• Extraction Solvent: Utilized in the purification and separation of metals and organic compounds in hydrometallurgical and chemical processing.
• Surfactant and Emulsifier Synthesis: Serves as a hydrophobic intermediate for producing quaternary ammonium compounds and other specialty surfactants.
• Polymer Additive: Functions as a stabilizer or curing agent in epoxy resins and other polymer systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butyldioctylamine
CAS No.	15959-40-7
Molecular Formula	C20H43N
Molecular Weight	297.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Dioctylbutylamine; N-Butyl-N,N-dioctylamine; N,N-Dioctyl-1-butanamine; Butyldioctylamine; 1-Butanamine, N,N-dioctyl-; Dioctylbutyl amine; Tertiary Amine C20; Amine C20
EINECS	240-100-6

Quality Control

Our n-Butyldioctylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile determination by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. As a strong base/organic solvent, ensure containers are properly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.80 - 0.82
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445

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