Description

(+/-)-2,3-Dichloro-α-Methylbenzylamine Hydrochloride CAS NO 39959-66-5 is a chiral amine hydrochloride salt, a versatile and high-purity organic building block. This compound is critical for research and development in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly where precise molecular architecture is required. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for use as a key intermediate in the creation of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its dichloro-substituted benzylamine structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development, structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies, and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Can be utilized to introduce amine functionality into polymer chains, modifying properties for advanced material applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+/-)-2,3-Dichloro-α-Methylbenzylamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	39959-66-5
Molecular Formula	C8H9Cl2N • HCl
Molecular Weight	226.52 g/mol (Free base: 190.07 g/mol)
Synonyms	(±)-2,3-Dichloro-α-methylbenzylamine hydrochloride; 1-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)ethylamine hydrochloride; DL-2,3-Dichloro-α-methylbenzylamine HCl; 2,3-Dichloro-α-methylbenzylamine hydrochloride; (RS)-1-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)ethan-1-amine hydrochloride; 1-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)ethanamine hydrochloride; (rac)-2,3-Dichloro-α-methylbenzylamine hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (+/-)-2,3-Dichloro-α-Methylbenzylamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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