Description

n-Benzyl-3-Methylbutylamine is a versatile organic amine compound with a branched alkyl chain and a benzyl substituent. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring a lipophilic amine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure can influence bioavailability and activity.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into specialty formulations for metal surface treatment and protection due to its amine functionality.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and epoxy hardeners.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry, process development, and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Benzyl-3-Methylbutylamine
CAS No.	4462-17-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₉N
Molecular Weight	177.29 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Benzyl-3-methylbutan-1-amine; 1-Benzylamino-3-methylbutane; 3-Methyl-N-(phenylmethyl)-1-butanamine; N-Benzylisoamylamine; Benzyl(3-methylbutyl)amine; (3-Methylbutyl)(phenylmethyl)amine; N-(3-Methylbutyl)benzylamine
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Quality Control

Our n-Benzyl-3-Methylbutylamine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each lot are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and a strong base; keep the container tightly sealed to exclude moisture and store separately from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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