Description

2-(Diethylamino)-2-Methylpropan-1-Ol is a versatile tertiary amino alcohol with a branched molecular structure, serving as a key intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique combination of an amine and a hydroxyl group makes it valuable for applications requiring pH adjustment, catalysis, or the introduction of specific functional groups. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop or optimize their formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring tertiary amine functionalities or as a building block for drug candidates.
• Catalyst and Neutralizing Agent: Acts as an acid scavenger or catalyst in various organic reactions, including polyurethane and epoxy resin formulations.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Component: Incorporated into formulations for industrial water treatment and metalworking fluids to provide protective properties.
• Surfactant and Emulsifier Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for quaternary ammonium compounds and other specialty surfactants.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Utilized in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce amine groups into polymer chains, modifying properties like adhesion, solubility, or reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Diethylamino)-2-Methylpropan-1-Ol
CAS No.	25688-63-5
Molecular Formula	C8H19NO
Molecular Weight	145.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Diethylamino)-2-methyl-1-propanol; 2-Methyl-2-(diethylamino)ethanol; Diethyl(2-hydroxy-1,1-dimethylethyl)amine; 1-Propanol, 2-(diethylamino)-2-methyl-; DEAE (context-specific); Amino alcohol DE-75; N,N-Diethyl-2-amino-2-methyl-1-ethanol
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Diethylamino)-2-Methylpropan-1-Ol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for industrial use. While typically supplied in technical or reagent grades, specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements, including higher purity levels. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.440 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/mL

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