Description

2-Chloro-1-Methylethyl(Dimethyl)Amine Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt primarily used as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its role as a building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty surfactants, enabling the introduction of functional amine groups. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing tertiary amine functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive chloro and amine groups are utilized.
• Surfactant & Quaternary Ammonium Compound Precursor: Serves as a starting material for manufacturing cationic surfactants and biocides.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and epoxy curing agents to modify material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent and intermediate in multistep organic reactions within research and development laboratories.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-1-Methylethyl(Dimethyl)Amine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	17256-39-2
Molecular Formula	C5H13Cl2N
Molecular Weight	158.07 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-(dimethylamino)propane Hydrochloride; 2-Chloro-N,N-dimethyl-1-methylethylamine Hydrochloride; (2-Chloro-1-methylethyl)dimethylamine Hydrochloride; Dimethyl(2-chloro-1-methylethyl)amine Hydrochloride; 1-Dimethylamino-2-chloropropane Hydrochloride; N,N-Dimethyl-2-chloroisopropylamine Hydrochloride; Chloromethapyrilene Hydrochloride (related); Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-1-Methylethyl(Dimethyl)Amine Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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

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