Description

4-Chlorobutan-1-Amine is a versatile bifunctional organic building block containing both a reactive primary amine group and a chloroalkyl chain. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, enabling the introduction of amine functionality and providing a handle for further chemical elaboration. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemical manufacturing need it for creating active ingredients, functional polymers, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological and cardiovascular conditions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its structure is incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing polyamides, epoxy hardeners, and other specialty polymers with enhanced properties.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Precursor: The amine and chloro groups allow for the construction of complex ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and cyclization reactions to construct heterocyclic compounds like pyrrolidines and piperazines.
• Surface Active Agent Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing cationic surfactants and fabric softeners.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chlorobutan-1-Amine
CAS No.	42330-95-0
Molecular Formula	C4H10ClN
Molecular Weight	107.58 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chlorobutylamine; 1-Amino-4-chlorobutane; 4-Chloro-1-butanamine; γ-Chlorobutylamine; (4-Chlorobutyl)amine; Butylamine, 4-chloro-; NSC 60548; 4-Chlorobutanamine
EINECS	255-787-2

Quality Control

Our 4-Chlorobutan-1-Amine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.05 g/cm³
Refractive Index (20°C)	~1.458

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