Description

Methyl 3-Diethylaminobutyrate is a versatile organic compound primarily used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules. Its value lies in its reactive ester and tertiary amine functional groups, which make it a crucial building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates for scalable synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a β-amino ester moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research and production for constructing complex organic molecules via reactions at the ester or amine sites.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the production of certain specialty dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional amine groups into polymer chains for specialty resins.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of novel catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Diethylaminobutyrate
CAS No.	33611-41-5
Molecular Formula	C9H19NO2
Molecular Weight	173.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Diethylamino)butyric acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-(diethylamino)butanoate; Butanoic acid, 3-(diethylamino)-, methyl ester; Methyl β-diethylaminobutyrate; 3-Diethylaminobutyric acid methyl ester; β-Diethylaminobutyric acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Diethylaminobutyrate is manufactured 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 purity (typically ≥98% by GC or HPLC), appearance, and other critical parameters are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The product is stable under these conditions for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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