Description

n-Methyldipropylamine is a versatile tertiary aliphatic amine with a CAS number of 3405-42-3, valued for its strong basicity and utility as a key intermediate in organic synthesis. Its structure makes it an effective catalyst, acid scavenger, and building block for the production of more complex chemical entities. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates for their processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals requiring tertiary amine functionality.
• Catalyst & Ligand Precursor: Serves as a precursor for quaternary ammonium compounds and ligands in transition metal catalysis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: A key building block in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Employed in the production of additives for fuels and industrial lubricants.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a curing agent or cross-linking agent in epoxy and polyurethane systems.
• Organic Solvent & Acid Scavenger: Utilized in chemical reactions to neutralize acids and as a solvent for specialized applications.
• Surfactant & Quaternary Ammonium Salt Production: A raw material for manufacturing cationic surfactants and biocides.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and novel compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methyldipropylamine
CAS No.	3405-42-3
Molecular Formula	C7H17N
Molecular Weight	115.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyldipropylamine; Dipropylmethylamine; N-Methyl-N-dipropylamine; N,N-Dipropylmethylamine; 1-Methyl-dipropylamine; N-Methyldipropylamine; N-Methyl-N-propyl-1-propanamine; (Dipropylamino)methane
EINECS	222-300-5

Quality Control

Our n-Methyldipropylamine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request 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 away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and acids. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total
Density (20°C)	0.75 - 0.78 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.420

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