Description

3-Amino-3-Methylbutanamide (CAS NO 173337-04-7) is a versatile amino amide derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a primary amine and an amide group, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing central nervous system (CNS) agents and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific amino acid-like motifs.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Serves as a constrained scaffold in medicinal chemistry for creating peptide analogs with improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyamides and polyurethanes with enhanced properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel chiral ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Employed in the development of linkers for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and other biopharmaceutical constructs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-3-Methylbutanamide
CAS No.	173337-04-7
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2O
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-3-methylbutyramide; 3-Methyl-3-aminobutanamide; 3-Amino-3-methylbutyric acid amide; 3-Amino-3-methylbutanoic acid amide; 3-Methyl-β-alaninamide; β-Aminoisovaleramide; 3-Amino-3-methylbutyramide; (3-Amino-3-methylbutyryl)amide
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Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-3-Methylbutanamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance data.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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