Description

3-Chloro-n-Methylbenzylamine is a versatile aromatic amine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive amine group and a chloro-substituted benzyl ring, enabling its use in the creation of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the chlorobenzyl moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chiral ligands and metal-organic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and epoxy hardeners with enhanced thermal or chemical resistance.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing complex organic dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical reactions and developing novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-n-Methylbenzylamine
CAS No.	39191-07-6
Molecular Formula	C8H10ClN
Molecular Weight	155.62 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Chlorophenyl)-N-methylmethanamine; 1-(3-Chlorophenyl)-N-methylmethanamine; N-Methyl-3-chlorobenzylamine; 3-Chloro-N-methylbenzenemethanamine; 3-Chlorobenzylmethylamine; N-Methyl-(3-chlorobenzyl)amine; α-(Methylamino)-3-chlorotoluene; Benzenemethanamine, 3-chloro-N-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-n-Methylbenzylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, impurities, and physical properties is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for industrial and research use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.12 g/cm³

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