Description

2-Amino-4-Methylpentan-1-Ol is a versatile amino alcohol building block with a unique branched-chain structure. This compound is valued for its bifunctional nature, serving as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring high-purity intermediates. The product is supplied under stringent quality control to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for critical processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical intermediate for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chiral building block in asymmetric synthesis for agrochemicals and fine chemicals.
• Precursor for the manufacture of corrosion inhibitors and metal complexing agents.
• Intermediate in the production of specialty surfactants and polymers.
• Starting material for research and development of novel bioactive compounds.
• Component in the synthesis of ligands for catalysis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4-Methylpentan-1-Ol
CAS No.	502-32-9
Molecular Formula	C6H15NO
Molecular Weight	117.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-2-methyl-1-butanol; 4-Amino-2-methylbutan-1-ol; 2-Methyl-4-aminobutanol; 2-Amino-4-methyl-1-butanol; 4-Methyl-2-aminopentanol; 2-Amino-4-methylpentanol; Leucinol; (RS)-Leucinol; (±)-Leucinol
EINECS	207-933-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4-Methylpentan-1-Ol is manufactured under a strict quality management system to meet the exacting standards of industrial and research applications. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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