Description

4-Chloro-3,5-Dimethylbenzylamine is a versatile aromatic amine building block characterized by its chloro and dimethyl substituents, which impart unique steric and electronic properties. This compound is essential for the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers where precise molecular architecture is required. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in fine chemical, pharmaceutical R&D, and material science sectors seeking to introduce a functionalized benzylamine moiety into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for molecules requiring a substituted benzylamine group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a building block for creating chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance resins, epoxy hardeners, and polyamides.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Research & Development: Valuable scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-3,5-Dimethylbenzylamine
CAS No.	1785537-35-0
Molecular Formula	C9H12ClN
Molecular Weight	169.65 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenyl)methanamine; 1-(Aminomethyl)-4-chloro-3,5-dimethylbenzene; 4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylbenzenemethanamine; 3,5-Dimethyl-4-chlorobenzylamine; α-Amino-4-chloro-3,5-dimethyltoluene
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Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-3,5-Dimethylbenzylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials for GMP and non-GMP production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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