Description

3-Amino-4-Methyl-Pentan-1-Ol is a versatile amino alcohol building block with a unique branched-chain structure. This compound is valued for its bifunctional nature, offering both a primary amine and a primary alcohol group for diverse synthetic transformations. It serves as a critical intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. Our supply ensures high purity and consistent quality for demanding industrial and research applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its chiral center for bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a chain extender or cross-linking agent in polyurethane and epoxy resin formulations, enhancing material properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into industrial lubricants and cooling fluids to provide protective amine functionality.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing ligands used in metal ion sequestration and catalysis.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-4-Methyl-Pentan-1-Ol
CAS No.	4379-15-1
Molecular Formula	C6H15NO
Molecular Weight	117.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-3-aminopentan-1-ol; 3-Amino-4-methyl-1-pentanol; 1-Pentanol, 3-amino-4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-3-aminopentanol; 3-Amino-4-methylpentanol; 3-Amino-4-methylpentan-1-ol; (RS)-3-Amino-4-methylpentan-1-ol; (±)-3-Amino-4-methyl-1-pentanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Amino-4-Methyl-Pentan-1-Ol adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal specifications and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) principles where required.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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