Description

o-Butylhydroxylamine Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt widely used as a key building block and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its dual functionality, serving as both a protected hydroxylamine source and a nucleophile, which is critical for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is utilized in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), herbicides, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of hydroxamic acids and other N-O containing compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where it acts as a key intermediate to introduce the hydroxylamino functional group.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the creation of specialty polymers, including polyoximes and resins with enhanced adhesive or coating properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for nucleophilic addition reactions, oxime formation, and as a protecting group strategy.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial cooling systems and oilfield applications.
• Photographic Chemicals: Used in the synthesis of certain developers and stabilizers for photographic and imaging materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Butylhydroxylamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	4490-82-8
Molecular Formula	C₄H₁₁NO·HCl
Molecular Weight	125.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Butylhydroxylamine Hydrochloride; N-Butylhydroxylamine Hydrochloride; O-Butylhydroxylamine HCl; 1-Aminobutoxy Hydrochloride; N-Hydroxy-1-butanamine Hydrochloride; Butylhydroxylammonium Chloride; (Butylamino)hydroxy Hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our o-Butylhydroxylamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures batch-to-batch 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 at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 148 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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