Description

N,n-Dimethylethylamine is a versatile tertiary amine characterized by its high volatility and strong basicity. This organic solvent and intermediate is critical for facilitating a wide range of chemical syntheses and industrial processes. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for its role as a catalyst, neutralizing agent, and building block for quaternary ammonium compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as a catalyst or acid scavenger in drug manufacturing processes.
• Agrochemical Production: Serves as a key intermediate in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Catalyst: Acts as a catalyst or curing agent in the production of polyurethanes, epoxy resins, and other specialty polymers.
• Quaternary Ammonium Compound Synthesis: A fundamental precursor for manufacturing various quats used as surfactants, disinfectants, and fabric softeners.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a base in alkylation, acylation, and other condensation reactions requiring a non-nucleophilic strong base.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used in the development of corrosion inhibitor packages for industrial water treatment and oilfield applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,n-Dimethylethylamine
CAS No.	598-56-1
Molecular Formula	C4H11N
Molecular Weight	73.14 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Ethyldimethylamine; N,N-Dimethylethanamine; Ethanamine, N,N-dimethyl-; 2-(Dimethylamino)ethane (less common); DMAE (in specific contexts); Tertiary amine C4; Dimethylethylamine
EINECS	209-940-8

Quality Control

Our N,n-Dimethylethylamine is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.67 - 0.69
Boiling Point	36 - 38°C

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