Description

1-(2,6-Dimethylphenyl)Ethan-1-Amine is a specialized aromatic amine derivative featuring a dimethyl-substituted phenyl ring. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering a sterically hindered amine group for the development of complex molecules. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating active ingredients, ligands, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Serves as a building block for creating sterically demanding ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals where its specific aromatic structure is required.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including new amination and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2,6-Dimethylphenyl)Ethan-1-Amine
CAS No.	1270484-28-0
Molecular Formula	C10H15N
Molecular Weight	149.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2,6-Dimethylphenyl)ethanamine; α-Methyl-2,6-dimethylbenzylamine; (2,6-Dimethylphenyl)ethylamine; 1-Aminoethyl-2,6-dimethylbenzene; 2,6-Dimethyl-α-methylbenzylamine; 1-(2,6-Xylyl)ethylamine; 2,6-DMBA; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2,6-Dimethylphenyl)Ethan-1-Amine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems support development from research to commercial scale, ensuring reliable supply for critical applications.

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 exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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