Description

3-(Methylamino)Butan-1-Ol is a versatile amino alcohol intermediate with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a hydroxyl and a secondary amine group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop active ingredients or functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a β-amino alcohol moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Serves as a precursor or component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial cooling and processing systems.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a chain extender or curing agent in polyurethane and epoxy resin systems, influencing flexibility and cross-linking density.
• Surfactant & Chelating Agent Synthesis: Intermediate for producing specialty surfactants and metal chelators used in detergents and water treatment applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Methylamino)Butan-1-Ol
CAS No.	2704-55-4
Molecular Formula	C5H13NO
Molecular Weight	103.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methylamino)-1-butanol; 1-Butanol, 3-(methylamino)-; 3-Methylaminobutanol; 3-(N-Methylamino)butan-1-ol; β-Methylaminobutyl alcohol; N-Methyl-3-amino-1-butanol; 3-(Methylamino)butyl alcohol
EINECS	220-288-1

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(Methylamino)Butan-1-Ol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full transparency and compliance with your quality assurance requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.920 - 0.940
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460

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