Description

1-(Methylamino)Acetone Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt used as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly in the formation of heterocyclic structures and complex amine derivatives. It serves a critical role for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing modified amine or ketone functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific amine-ketone backbones.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals where controlled introduction of a methylamino group is required.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and the creation of novel chemical entities for screening.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a reagent in organic transformations, including alkylation and reductive amination reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Methylamino)Acetone Hydrochloride
CAS No.	20041-74-1
Molecular Formula	C4H10ClNO
Molecular Weight	123.58 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Methylamino)-2-propanone Hydrochloride; 2-Propanone, 1-(methylamino)-, hydrochloride; N-Methylaminoacetone Hydrochloride; Acetone, (methylamino)-, hydrochloride; Methylaminoacetone HCl; 1-Methylamino-2-propanone Hydrochloride; (Methylamino)acetone Hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Methylamino)Acetone Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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%

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