Description

3,4-Dimethylbenzylamine Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of benzylamine, widely recognized for its utility as a key synthetic intermediate and building block. Its value lies in providing a stable, crystalline form of the amine, facilitating precise handling and reaction control in complex chemical syntheses. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it serves as a precursor for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological or cardiovascular pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the dimethylbenzylamine moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile amine source for nucleophilic substitution reactions, reductive amination, and the preparation of amides and imines.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or curing agent modifier in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and epoxy hardeners.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and novel compound exploration.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dimethylbenzylamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	4152-83-4
Molecular Formula	C9H14ClN
Molecular Weight	171.67 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dimethylbenzylamine HCl; (3,4-Dimethylphenyl)methanamine hydrochloride; 1-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)methanamine hydrochloride; Benzenemethanamine, 3,4-dimethyl-, hydrochloride; 3,4-Xylylamine hydrochloride; α-Amino-3,4-dimethyltoluene hydrochloride
EINECS	223-985-8

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dimethylbenzylamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, which include data from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant spectroscopic and chromatographic methods to guarantee product identity and quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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

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