Description

Methanol, Amino- CAS NO 3088-27-5 is a versatile amino alcohol derivative, serving as a crucial building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both amino and hydroxyl groups, makes it invaluable for introducing polar, reactive sites into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system or requiring amino-alcohol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where it acts as a linker or functional group modifier.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Functions as a chain extender, cross-linking agent, or curing agent in polyurethane, epoxy, and other specialty polymer systems to modify flexibility and adhesion.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations for metal surface treatments and cooling water systems due to its ability to chelate metal ions.
• Chelating Agent & Metal Deactivator: Used in fuel and lubricant additives to sequester trace metals that can catalyze oxidation and degradation.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories for the preparation of complex molecules, including chiral ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methanol, Amino-
CAS No.	3088-27-5
Molecular Formula	C₂H₇NO
Molecular Weight	61.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminoethanol, N-Methyl-; N-Methylethanolamine; N-Methyl-2-aminoethanol; 2-(Methylamino)ethanol; N-Methylaminoethanol; N-Methyl ethanolamine; N-MEA; MEA, N-methyl-; β-(Methylamino)ethanol
EINECS	221-411-0

Quality Control

Our production of Methanol, Amino- (CAS 3088-27-5) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration or chromatography and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific test results is 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide, which can lead to degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.930 - 0.940
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.439 - 1.443

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