Description

2,4-Dimethoxybenzylamine is a versatile aromatic amine building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both amine and dimethoxy substitution, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it serves as a key precursor for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic amine functionality.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and metal-organic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or curing agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and epoxy hardeners.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic dyes and colorants.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethoxybenzylamine
CAS No.	20781-20-8
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO2
Molecular Weight	167.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)methanamine; 2,4-Dimethoxybenzenemethanamine; 1-(Aminomethyl)-2,4-dimethoxybenzene; Benzenemethanamine, 2,4-dimethoxy-; 2,4-DMBA; α-Amino-2,4-dimethoxytoluene
EINECS	244-052-6

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethoxybenzylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.