Description

1-Amino-2,2-dimethylpropan-1-ol is a versatile amino alcohol characterized by a tertiary butyl group adjacent to the amino functionality. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, offering steric hindrance and specific reactivity. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for applications requiring high-purity chiral or functional intermediates. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for your critical production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a chain extender, cross-linking agent, or curing agent in polyurethane, epoxy, and other specialty polymer systems.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: An effective component in formulations for metalworking fluids and industrial cooling water treatments.
• Surfactant & Detergent Industry: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of betaine-type amphoteric surfactants.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for introducing the 1-amino-2,2-dimethylpropyl moiety.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Amino-2,2-dimethylpropan-1-ol
CAS No.	40898-98-4
Molecular Formula	C5H13NO
Molecular Weight	103.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-2-methylbutan-1-ol; 2-Methyl-2-(aminomethyl)-1-propanol; 1-Amino-2,2-dimethyl-1-propanol; 2,2-Dimethyl-3-aminopropanol; 3-Amino-2,2-dimethyl-1-propanol; Amino-tert-butylmethanol; tert-Butylaminomethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Amino-2,2-dimethylpropan-1-ol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards where required for your applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
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.