Description

(1R)-1-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Ethan-1-Amine Dihydrochloride is a high-purity chiral amine salt, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a defined stereocenter essential for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients and fine chemicals with specific biological activity. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for process development and scale-up.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and production of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides to enhance efficacy and reduce environmental impact.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reference standard and starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals requiring high optical purity.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1R)-1-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Ethan-1-Amine Dihydrochloride
CAS No.	1012067-91-2
Molecular Formula	C7H12N2 • 2HCl
Molecular Weight	221.11 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-(4-Pyridyl)ethylamine dihydrochloride; (1R)-1-(4-Pyridinyl)ethanamine dihydrochloride; (R)-α-Methyl-4-pyridinemethanamine dihydrochloride; (R)-1-(Pyridin-4-yl)ethan-1-amine dihydrochloride; (R)-4-(1-Aminoethyl)pyridine dihydrochloride; (R)-PEMA dihydrochloride; (R)-1-(4-Pyridyl)ethylammonium chloride
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Quality Control

Our (1R)-1-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Ethan-1-Amine Dihydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure compliance with stringent specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
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.