Description

N,N,1-Trimethyl-1-Pentadecanamine is a high-purity, long-chain tertiary amine with a defined C15 alkyl backbone. This compound is valued for its strong basicity and excellent solubility in organic solvents, making it a versatile intermediate and functional additive. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty surfactant industries for synthesis, catalysis, and formulation.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium compounds used as herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or catalyst in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific amine functionalities.
• Surfactant & Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used to create cationic surfactants and filming amines for industrial water treatment and corrosion protection.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reactants in immiscible phases in organic synthesis due to its amphiphilic nature.
• Polymer Additive: Acts as a stabilizer, curing agent, or modifier in polymer and resin systems.
• Laboratory Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reagent in chemical research exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N,1-Trimethyl-1-Pentadecanamine
CAS No.	16058-51-8
Molecular Formula	C18H39N
Molecular Weight	269.51 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pentadecanamine, N,N,1-trimethyl-; N,N,1-Trimethylpentadecan-1-amine; Trimethylpentadecylamine; Pentadecyltrimethylamine; N,N-Dimethyl-1-pentadecanamine, N-methylated; C15 Tertiary Amine; TMPDA (abbrev.); N,N-Dimethyl-1-methylpentadecylamine
EINECS	240-200-6

Quality Control

Our N,N,1-Trimethyl-1-Pentadecanamine is produced 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. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

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)	0.810 - 0.830
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.445 - 1.455

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