Description

n-(3-Chloropropyl)Dibutylamine is a versatile tertiary amine intermediate featuring both a reactive chloroalkyl group and hydrophobic butyl chains. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of quaternary ammonium compounds, surfactants, and specialized polymers. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturing sectors for creating novel cationic surfactants, phase-transfer catalysts, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Quaternary Ammonium Compound (Quat) Synthesis: A key precursor for manufacturing cationic surfactants and biocides used in disinfectants, fabric softeners, and personal care products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug delivery agents that require cationic functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create cationic surfactants and adjuvants that enhance the efficacy of herbicides and pesticides.
• Phase-Transfer Catalysts (PTC): Serves as a building block for developing specialized catalysts used in organic synthesis to facilitate reactions between immiscible phases.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce cationic sites into polymers for applications in water treatment, flocculation, and ion-exchange resins.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: A component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial cooling and processing systems.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	n-(3-Chloropropyl)Dibutylamine
CAS No.	36421-15-5
Molecular Formula	C11H24ClN
Molecular Weight	205.77 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Dibutylamino)propyl chloride; N,N-Dibutyl-3-chloropropylamine; 1-Chloro-3-(dibutylamino)propane; 3-Chloro-N,N-dibutylpropan-1-amine; Dibutyl(3-chloropropyl)amine; N-(3-Chloropropyl)-N-dibutylamine; 36421-15-5; Chloropropyldibutylamine
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Quality Control

Our n-(3-Chloropropyl)Dibutylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong acids. The product is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~0.92 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.450

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