Description

Octylamine·Acetic Acid is an organic salt formed from octylamine and acetic acid, offering a stable and convenient source of the octylammonium cation. This compound is valued for its role as an intermediate and phase-transfer catalyst in specialized organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by the chemical manufacturing and pharmaceutical industries for producing surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the production of quaternary ammonium compounds and other specialty chemicals.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly in alkylation and esterification processes.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Precursor: Used in the manufacture of cationic surfactants for industrial and personal care formulations.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: An effective component in formulations designed to protect metals in acidic environments.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Research & Development: Used in laboratory-scale organic chemistry research for method development and compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octylamine·Acetic Acid
CAS No.	2016-40-2
Molecular Formula	C10H23NO2
Molecular Weight	189.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Octylammonium Acetate; 1-Octanamine Acetate; Acetic Acid, Octylamine Salt; n-Octylamine Acetate; Octylamine Acetate Salt; Caprylamine Acetate; Ammonium, octyl-, acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octylamine·Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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