Description

n-Methyldioctylamine is a tertiary amine surfactant and versatile chemical intermediate prized for its hydrophobic character and phase-transfer catalytic properties. This compound is essential for formulators and process chemists requiring a high-performance extractant or a modifier to enhance the solubility and reactivity of various agents. It is primarily utilized in the production of specialty chemicals, corrosion inhibitors, and as a key component in advanced separation processes within the chemical manufacturing, petrochemical, and metallurgical sectors.

Application

• Metal Extraction & Hydrometallurgy: Acts as a selective extractant for the separation and purification of precious and rare-earth metals from aqueous solutions.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Serves as a key raw material in manufacturing high-efficiency corrosion inhibitors for industrial cooling water systems and oilfield applications.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yield and efficiency in organic synthesis.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) and other specialty surfactants for various industrial applications.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Employed as a building block in the synthesis of complex molecules for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and crop protection agents.
• Fuel & Lubricant Additives: Functions as a precursor for additives that improve detergent and dispersant properties in fuels and lubricating oils.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methyldioctylamine
CAS No.	4455-26-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₇N
Molecular Weight	255.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Dioctylmethylamine; N-Methyl-N,N-dioctylamine; N,N-Dioctylmethylamine; Methylbis(octyl)amine; Dioctylmethylamine; 1-Octanamine, N-methyl-N-octyl-; N-Methyldi-n-octylamine; Tertiary Amine L8
EINECS	224-696-6

Quality Control

Our n-Methyldioctylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply consistency and reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%
Density (20°C)	0.79 - 0.81 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.440 - 1.445

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