Description

n-Methoxy-n-Methylbutanamide is a versatile chemical intermediate, specifically a Weinreb amide derivative, valued for its role in facilitating controlled carbonyl transformations. Its primary commercial significance lies in its ability to act as a stable acyl anion equivalent, enabling the synthesis of ketones and aldehydes under mild conditions. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to construct complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for ketone and aldehyde formation via nucleophilic addition.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific carbonyl-containing motifs.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the preparation of flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials where precise ketone installation is critical.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent in method development and exploratory synthesis within organic chemistry laboratories.
• Peptide Mimetics & Drug Discovery: Useful in the synthesis of peptide analogs and other bioactive compounds that incorporate amide and ketone functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methoxy-n-Methylbutanamide
CAS No.	109480-78-6
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO2
Molecular Weight	145.20 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methoxy-N-methylbutyramide; N-Methoxy-N-methylbutanamide; Butanamide, N-methoxy-N-methyl-; N-Methyl-N-methoxybutyramide; N-Methoxy-N-methylbutyric acid amide; Weinreb amide of butyric acid; MMB; N-Methoxy-N-methyl-butyramide
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Quality Control

Our n-Methoxy-n-Methylbutanamide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.