Description

2-Amino-2-Methyl-Propionitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino and a nitrile group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a β-amino nitrile structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in multi-step synthesis for creating complex organic molecules in research and fine chemical production.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and methodologies in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-2-Methyl-Propionitrile
CAS No.	19355-69-2
Molecular Formula	C4H8N2
Molecular Weight	84.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-2-methylpropionitrile; 2-Amino-2-methylpropanenitrile; 2-Methyl-2-aminopropionitrile; 2-Cyano-2-aminopropane; 2-Aminoisobutyronitrile; Isobutyronitrile, 2-amino-; Amino isobutyronitrile; (Aminoisopropyl) cyanide
EINECS	242-984-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-2-Methyl-Propionitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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