Description

Benzylamine Hydroiodide is an organic salt formed from benzylamine and hydroiodic acid, widely utilized as a versatile reagent and building block in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a source of the benzylammonium cation and iodide anion, which are instrumental in various chemical transformations and pharmaceutical intermediate production. This compound is particularly relevant for research laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nitrogen-based heterocycles or requiring benzyl protecting groups.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a source of iodide ion for nucleophilic substitution reactions or as a benzylamine equivalent in the preparation of amides and other nitrogen-containing compounds.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural components are incorporated into the final molecule.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Can be utilized in the synthesis of phase-transfer catalysts or as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in metal-catalyzed reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzylamine Hydroiodide
CAS No.	45579-91-7
Molecular Formula	C7H10IN
Molecular Weight	235.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzylammonium iodide; (Phenylmethyl)ammonium iodide; α-Aminotoluene hydroiodide; N-Benzylamine hydroiodide; Benzenemethanamine hydroiodide; BnNH3I; Phenylmethylamine hydroiodide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzylamine Hydroiodide is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting the results are provided and available upon request, ensuring full transparency and compliance with your project specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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