Description

(2-Methoxy-1-Methyl-Ethyl)-(4-Methylsulfanyl-Benzyl)-Amine Hydrochloride is a specialized organic building block and intermediate of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both methoxy and methylsulfanyl functional groups, makes it a valuable precursor for the development of novel compounds in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This high-purity intermediate is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), custom synthesis, and material science applications where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in exploratory medicinal chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a precursor in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific sulfur-containing motifs.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile amine component in nucleophilic substitution reactions, reductive amination, and the preparation of complex molecular libraries.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for constructing chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis research.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific, multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Methoxy-1-Methyl-Ethyl)-(4-Methylsulfanyl-Benzyl)-Amine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1185293-64-4
Molecular Formula	C12H20ClNOS
Molecular Weight	261.81 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-(Methylthio)phenyl)-N-(2-methoxy-1-methylethyl)methanamine hydrochloride; 4-[(2-Methoxy-1-methylethyl)aminomethyl]thioanisole hydrochloride; (4-Methylsulfanyl-benzyl)-(2-methoxy-1-methyl-ethyl)-amine hydrochloride; α-[(2-Methoxy-1-methylethyl)amino]-4-(methylthio)benzyl chloride; N-[(4-Methylthio)benzyl]-2-methoxy-1-methylethylamine hydrochloride; 2-Methoxy-N-(4-(methylthio)benzyl)propan-1-amine hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our production of (2-Methoxy-1-Methyl-Ethyl)-(4-Methylsulfanyl-Benzyl)-Amine Hydrochloride adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is fully characterized and undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with cGMP standards where applicable for research and development use.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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