Description

Butanoic Acid, 2-(Dimethylamino)- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound featuring a butanoic acid backbone substituted with a dimethylamino group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing a wide range of advanced chemicals, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. It is particularly sought after by research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the fine chemical and life sciences sectors who require high-purity, reliable building blocks for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring chiral amine or carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a reagent in proteomics and metabolic pathway studies.
• Surface Active Agent Intermediate: A precursor for synthesizing betaine-type amphoteric surfactants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid, 2-(Dimethylamino)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	170941-86-3
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO2
Molecular Weight	131.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Dimethylamino)butanoic acid; (2-Dimethylamino)butyric acid; DL-2-(Dimethylamino)butyric acid; 2-(N,N-Dimethylamino)butanoic acid; α-(Dimethylamino)butyric acid; Butanoic acid, 2-(dimethylamino)-; 170941-86-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Butanoic Acid, 2-(Dimethylamino)- (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure compliance with exacting purity standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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