Description

3-(Dimethylamino)-2-Methylpropan-1-Ol is a versatile tertiary amino alcohol with a unique branched structure, serving as a crucial building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both a hydroxyl and a dimethylamino group, makes it a valuable precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty surfactants. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs requiring tertiary amine functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: An effective component in industrial water treatment and metalworking fluid formulations to protect against rust and scale.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Production: Serves as a raw material for manufacturing cationic and amphoteric surfactants used in personal care and industrial cleaning products.
• Polyurethane Catalyst: Acts as a reactive catalyst or co-catalyst in polyurethane foam systems, influencing curing time and foam properties.
• Epoxy Curing Agent: Functions as a hardener or accelerator in epoxy resin systems for coatings, adhesives, and composites.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various organic transformations, including alkylation and as a ligand in metal-catalyzed reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Dimethylamino)-2-Methylpropan-1-Ol
CAS No.	33622-41-2
Molecular Formula	C6H15NO
Molecular Weight	117.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-(dimethylamino)-1-propanol; 3-Dimethylamino-2-methyl-1-propanol; 1-Propanol, 3-(dimethylamino)-2-methyl-; N,N-Dimethyl-2-methyl-3-hydroxypropylamine; DMAMP; Amino alcohol DMMP; β-Hydroxypropyldimethylamine (branched isomer)
EINECS	251-603-8

Quality Control

Our 3-(Dimethylamino)-2-Methylpropan-1-Ol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency for industrial and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for each lot upon request, supporting 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, 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 (n20D)	1.440 - 1.445
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.890 - 0.910

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