Description

2-Amino-2-Methylhexan-1-Ol Hydrochloride is a specialized amino alcohol hydrochloride salt of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to introduce specific stereochemistry and functional groups into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, and other performance chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in studies involving amino acid analogs and enzyme inhibition.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific amine-alcohol functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-2-Methylhexan-1-Ol Hydrochloride
CAS No.	147156-63-6
Molecular Formula	C7H17NO•HCl
Molecular Weight	167.67 g/mol (Free base: 131.22 g/mol)
Synonyms	2-Amino-2-methyl-1-hexanol hydrochloride; 1-Hexanol, 2-amino-2-methyl-, hydrochloride; 2-Methyl-2-aminohexanol hydrochloride; (±)-2-Amino-2-methylhexan-1-ol hydrochloride; 2-Amino-2-methylhexanol HCl; AMH-HCl; 2-Amino-2-methylhexyl alcohol hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-2-Methylhexan-1-Ol Hydrochloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and residual solvent screening, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended long-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.