Description

α-Methylpiperidine-1-Ethylamine is a versatile, high-purity chemical intermediate featuring a unique piperidine-ethylamine hybrid structure. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex molecules where both a secondary amine and a tertiary amine moiety are required. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a backbone for creating complex ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or curing agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring novel chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in specialty formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Methylpiperidine-1-Ethylamine
CAS No.	34217-60-2
Molecular Formula	C8H18N2
Molecular Weight	142.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Aminoethyl)-2-methylpiperidine; 2-Methyl-1-(2-aminoethyl)piperidine; N-(2-Aminoethyl)-2-methylpiperidine; 2-Methyl-N-(2-aminoethyl)piperidine; α-Methylpiperidine-1-ethylamine; 1-Piperidineethanamine, 2-methyl-; (2-Methylpiperidin-1-yl)ethanamine
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Quality Control

Every batch of α-Methylpiperidine-1-Ethylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.890 - 0.910
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470

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