Description

(3,3-Dimethylcyclopentyl)Methanamine Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic amine salt with significant utility as a key pharmaceutical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a structurally defined, functionalized cyclopentane core, which is crucial for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create new molecules with targeted biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, metabolic diseases, or as protease inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides where the dimethylcyclopentyl moiety can influence biological activity and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis to create enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for electronics, materials science, or fragrance applications.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, enabling studies on ring systems and amine functionalization.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(3,3-Dimethylcyclopentyl)Methanamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1379304-45-6
Molecular Formula	C8H17N·HCl
Molecular Weight	163.69 g/mol (Free base: 127.23 g/mol)
Synonyms	1-(3,3-Dimethylcyclopentyl)methanamine hydrochloride; (3,3-Dimethylcyclopentyl)methylamine hydrochloride; 3,3-Dimethylcyclopentanemethylamine HCl; Aminomethyl-3,3-dimethylcyclopentane hydrochloride; (3,3-Dimethylcyclopentyl)methanamine HCl; 3,3-Dimethyl-1-cyclopentanemethanamine hydrochloride; (3,3-Dimethylcyclopent-1-yl)methanamine hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Every batch of (3,3-Dimethylcyclopentyl)Methanamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure compliance with stringent internal specifications developed for pharmaceutical-grade intermediates. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports your regulatory filings and process consistency.

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 stability and handling properties. 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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